Every season is rattlesnake season in San Diego County

Tracy DeFore County of San Diego Communications Office

You just never know when you might come across a rattlesnake. Imagine the surprise of a Del Mar Mesa resident who opened the front door to check for a package last week only to find a red diamond rattlesnake right on the doorstep.

The resident called County Animal Services’ emergency dispatch number and texted the dispatchers a photograph of the snake. An animal control officer responded to the scene and removed the snake from the doorway.

“If you see a rattlesnake on your property, keep an eye on it from a safe distance and call us,” said...