In this episode of the Crux True Survival Stories podcast, hosts Kaycee McIntosh and Julie Henningsen recount the extraordinary true story of Peggy Jones in Silsbee, Texas. While mowing her lawn, Peggy experienced a terrifying ordeal when a venomous snake dropped from the sky, latched onto her arm, and was soon followed by an aggressive hawk attempting to reclaim its prey. The harrowing encounter left Peggy with severe injuries and a battle for survival in the middle of her expansive property. This episode explores the science behind phenomena like 'animal rain,' the potential dangers of Texas's venomous snakes, and offers vital safety tips. Peggy's resilience and humor, despite her traumatic experience, shine through, making this a truly inspiring listen.

00:00  Introduction to the Podcast

00:20  A Snake Falls from the Sky

00:53  Peggy's Terrifying Encounter

03:41  The Unexpected Attack

09:16  The Hawk Joins the Chaos

10:34  Eagle Encounter: A Close Call

11:09  The Hawk and the Snake: A Battle in the Sky

12:32  Animal Rain: Strange Phenomena from Above

14:34  The Science Behind Animal Rain

17:09  Peggy's Ordeal: A Terrifying Encounter

20:01  Survival Tips and Peggy's Resilience

21:17  Conclusion: Life's Unexpected Challenges

Sources for this episode:

1. "When a Snake Fell from the Sky" - Reader's Digest, Derek Burnett


2. "Texas woman attacked by snake dropped by hawk while mowing lawn" - CNN https://www.cnn.com/2023/08/11/us/texas-woman-snake-hawk-attack-wellness/index.html


3. "Woman mowing lawn attacked by falling snake, swooping hawk in 'utterly chaotic' encounter" - USA Today https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2023/08/11/texas-woman-attacked-by-snake-hawk-while-mowing/70575009007/


4. "Snakes in Texas" - Texas Parks and Wildlife https://tpwd.texas.gov/education/resources/texas-junior-naturalists/snakes-in-texas


5. "Snake Safety & Prevention" - Texas Department of State Health Services https://www.dshs.texas.gov/safety-prevention/snake-safety-prevention

For more information about animal rain phenomena:

• BBC Earth article on "Animal Rain" phenomena https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20150327-the-mystery-of-raining-animals

For snake safety and identification in Texas:

• Texas Snakes & More https://www.texassnakes.net/


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