Texas, If You Smell Cucumbers In Your Garage, Get Out Now!

(KHLA - TEXAS) - If you ever walk into your garage and catch a strong whiff of cucumbers, but you don’t see any cucumbers around, you should leave right away.

This might sound strange, but that smell could be a serious warning sign.

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Animals often look for places to hide or to make their nest. Birds and bats usually fly up into the attic, but other creatures might head into the garage. Some of these animals aren’t just looking for shelter, they can be dangerous. That’s why it’s important to know what to look for and what to smell.

Besides spotting an animal or signs like droppings or claw marks, you might notice a weird, cucumber-like smell. And while that might sound harmless, or even refreshing, it can actually mean something deadly is nearby.

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According to TheState.com, some snakes, including rattlesnakes and copperheads, can give off a scent that smells a lot like cucumbers. Yes, you read that right, some of the most venomous snakes in Texas may smell like a vegetable you’d expect in a salad.

It’s not just the snakes themselves, either. Their dens, the places where they rest or hide, can also have that cucumber smell. So, if you catch that scent and you’re not near any food, it could mean you’re dangerously close to a snake.

Texas is home to both rattlesnakes and copperheads, and while they don’t want to run into you, they will bite if they feel scared or trapped. That’s why if you smell cucumbers in or around your garage, you should leave the area calmly and call a professional to check things out. It’s always better to be safe than sorry.

So, remember: if it smells like cucumbers, and there’s no salad in sight, get out and get help.