# Australian woman lucky to survive bite from deadly eastern brown snake caught in bike chain

An Australian woman escaped serious harm after being bitten by a deadly eastern brown snake that became entangled in her bicycle wheel and chain. The snake’s fangs pierced her leg, but she received prompt medical treatment and is recovering. The incident underscores the risks of venomous snakes in Australia and the importance of quick action.

**Importance:** 2/5

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### World
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/jul/16/snake-bike-chain-northern-rivers-rail-trail-tweed-nsw-australia) — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 06:52:54 GMT