Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. It's summertime, which means snakes (and soon, cicadas) are emerging. In the Triangle and central North Carolina, most of the ...

Most people spot a snake near their home and immediately wonder two things: is it dangerous, and how do I stop it from coming back? The second question turns out to have a surprisingly elegant answer.

AI-generated summary reviewed by our newsroom. Read our AI Policy. Snake repellents like oils, granules and mothballs lack proven effectiveness. Mothballs pose health risks to humans and pets. Habitat ...