Hundreds Of Snakes, Alligators Out On Streets In Flood-Hit Chinese City | Video

Last Updated:July 09, 2026, 19:07 IST

Videos circulating on Chinese social media platforms showed snakes swimming through flooded streets and alligators moving through heavily waterlogged areas.

Hundreds of snakes and several alligators have reportedly escaped into residential areas in Nanning, the capital of China’s Guangxi region, after severe flooding triggered by Typhoon Maysak damaged animal breeding facilities and inundated large parts of the city.

The incident unfolded after record rainfall caused flooding across Hengzhou, a county-level city under Nanning’s administration. According to local reports, floodwaters breached the Liulan and Yunbiao reservoirs, sending torrents of water through nearby communities.

Authorities said the flooding damaged the perimeter walls of a commercial snake-breeding facility and an alligator farm, allowing an estimated 900 snakes and an unknown number of alligators to escape into surrounding neighbourhoods and waterways.

Videos circulating on Chinese social media platforms showed snakes swimming through flooded streets and alligators moving through heavily waterlogged areas, sparking concern among residents.

Local officials have urged people to remain vigilant and avoid attempting to capture the animals themselves. Wu Zhi, head of the Dengwei village committee, warned residents through public announcements and online messaging groups to stay away from the reptiles and immediately report sightings to authorities.

Specialised wildlife response teams equipped with nets and capture equipment have been deployed to search flooded homes, drainage channels and debris-filled areas for escaped animals.

Death Toll Rises

The wildlife scare comes amid a broader humanitarian crisis caused by Typhoon Maysak.

According to official figures, at least 39 people have died and nine others remain missing following days of torrential rain and flooding across Guangxi.

Authorities said many of the casualties were linked to flooding caused by damage to the Liulan Reservoir, which sent large volumes of water into nearby communities. Floodwaters have begun receding in some areas, but extensive damage to homes, roads and public infrastructure has been reported.

Emergency authorities have maintained the highest-level flood alert in parts of the region as rescue and recovery efforts continue.

Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for “all-out" rescue operations, directing officials to prioritise relief efforts, medical assistance and the relocation of displaced residents.

Authorities are also focusing on public safety measures, including monitoring escaped wildlife and ensuring adequate supplies of anti-venom and emergency medical support in affected areas.

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