In a crossover episode no one expected but everyone needed, the Little Elm Fire Department had to call in backup, not for a fire, but for a snake. Yes, a snake. In a recliner.
On June 3, the Little Elm Police Department shared a Facebook post that gave the community a good laugh, and maybe a reason to check their furniture twice.
According to an official community message, the Little Elm Fire Department extended “a formal thank you” to their police counterparts for bravely removing a slithering friend from one of their recliners.
When Snakes Recline, Who Do You Call?
Initial panic suggested a venomous serpent had invaded the station, going as far as calling it a cottonmouth. But further inspection revealed it was a plain-bellied water snake and “about as threatening as a garden hose.” Or in their own words, “a rogue spaghetti noodle.”
The police department earned high praise for their quick response, swooping in to save the day — or at least the recliner. The snake was unharmed and rehomed to an area with long grass just up the road, though it did refuse to cooperate. Officers were forced to bring in special equipment since, unfortunately, standard-issue handcuffs don’t work on animals with zero limbs and zero regard for authority.
The Real Victim? The Chair
The chair in question has reportedly filed a formal complaint against the squatter (or slitherer).
“The snake was uninvited, unbothered and definitely not paying rent,” the fire department wrote. “Our recliners have since filed a formal complaint and are undergoing emotional support reupholstery.”
And the firefighters? They’ll live. “Firefighters are fine,” the message reassured the public. Though they may now double-check their furniture before unwinding.
A Final Word of Warning (and Wisdom)
While this particular snake turned out to be harmless, not all slithery visitors are so chill. If you spot a snake in or near your home, don’t handle it, call the professionals.
So, North Texans, let this be a lesson: “Stay safe, stay alert and always check the chair before you sit.” It is snake season after all.
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