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In dry spell, deadly snakes suck the life out of Kerio residents

Jackline Korir and Stephen Cheruiyot display a dead cobra that had strayed into a homestead at Rokocho in Elgeyo Marakwet County, yesterday. [PHOTO: KEVIN TUNOI/STANDARD]

In the scenic Kerio Valley lies deadly snakes drawn out of their hiding places by the dry spell.

As if dealing with water shortage is not enough, the residents now live in fear of the serpents that have made life a living hell for them. Due to the prevailing hot conditions, the venomous snakes sneak into homes in search of water.

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