Some locations of north Alabama were impacted by a power blackout Wednesday that was ultimately traced to a snake.
The Marshall DeKalb Electric Cooperative, which serves about 19,000 clients, reported the blackout soon prior to midday.
Areas around Boaz were impacted by the blackout.
At initially, the issue was thought to stem with TVA. Then, the cooperative informed its clients by means of social networks that the perpetrator was closer to home.
“We located the problem and thought we would share with our members,” a social networks post read. “Look close. A snake made his way into the Albertville Primary Substation and knocked out the majority of our system. Thank you to everyone for being patient.”
The story and photos influenced intriguing remarks.
“He looks shocked,” composed Israel Burgess on Facebook. “Fried snake for supper,” said Greg Leach.