Incident details
Two siblings from Marathon, Greece, are receiving hospital treatment after a viper bite incident at their home. The attack occurred in the family yard.
The older child, aged 14, sustained a bite while attempting to separate the 18-month-old from the snake. Both children were taken to hospital for care.
Current status
Medical staff are treating both brothers. No further details on their condition have been released by authorities or the hospital.
Context
Vipers are native to parts of Greece and can pose risks in rural or residential areas. This case involves minors and occurred on or before 28 August 2026.
[TO VERIFY: exact date and time of incident; hospital name; medical condition updates; any official statements from local authorities]
