Watch: Snake in Mussoorie's Kempty Falls shocks tourists– video goes viral
Image credit: Instagram/ @littledehradunstories
A usual weekend trip turned tense for tourists at Mussoorie's Kempty Falls when an unexpected guest showed up– a snake was spotted moving through the waterfall stream while people were enjoying the water on June 14, as mentioned in the now-viral video.
The moment, captured on camera, quickly went viral and left many stunned online.
Panic at the Falls after sudden sighting
The footage was shared by the
Instagram
page @littledehradunstories. It shows a group of tourists enjoying the waterfall at Kempty Falls when a snake is suddenly seen in the stream. Within seconds, panic sets in– loud shouts are heard and people quickly rush out, climbing onto rocks and trying to get to safety.
The caption of the post reads, 'A snake entered among the tourists bathing at Kempty Falls in Mussoorie. See how chaos ensued!'
Watch the video here:
Online responses: Humour, concern and critique
The incident has drawn mixed responses online– some viewers expressed concern, while others reacted with sarcasm aimed at overcrowding in the hill station.
One Instagram user commented, 'The only way we can get rid of tourists from Doon and Mussorie! I'm sure the animals have had enough of it too!!' Another user added, 'Snake scared itself. Must be thinking, how did I land among the sinners?' A third wrote, 'Tourists have entered the snake's neighbourhood.'
Kempty Falls: A tourist favourite in Uttarakhand
Kempty Falls, located about 15 kilometres from Mussoorie at an altitude of around 4,500 feet, is one of the most popular tourist spots in the area.
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What was once a quiet spot during British times, known for tea gatherings, has now become a busy year-round destination, according to an Indian Express report.
The main attraction is the large natural pool at the bottom of the waterfall, where many visitors come to bathe. Apart from enjoying the falls, tourists also explore nearby markets, try local food, shop for handmade shawls and crafts, and take cable car rides to enjoy the breathtaking views.
Similar incident in car sparks more buzz online
In a separate case, another viral video recently showed a snake peeking out from the AC vent of a moving car. The driver shared images of the moment, which quickly circulated on social media. The incident occurred in a Mazda vehicle, drawing further attention to unusual wildlife sightings in recent days.
Note: The Times of India could not independently verify the authenticity of the video at the time of publishing.
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