Residents of Lucknow were left shocked when a large monitor lizard ventured into a second-floor apartment, as captured in a viral video. The incident sparked online discussions about urban wildlife encounters.
A recent incident in Lucknow has left residents and internet users startled after a large monitor lizard found its way into a second-floor apartment in the city. The unexpected visitor, captured in a now-viral video, shows the reptile calmly resting on a carpet near a door, causing the woman filming to flee in fright.
Although the exact date of the incident remains unclear, the video has garnered significant attention on social media, particularly on X (formerly Twitter), where it was initially shared. According to the post accompanying the video, the sighting occurred at the Yash Heights Tower Apartment in Vibhuti Khand, Lucknow, triggering a stir among locals.
यह वीडियो लखनऊ के विभूतिखण्ड स्थित यश हाइट्स टावर अपार्टमेंट का है, जहां सेकंड फ्लोर पर मॉनिटर लिजर्ड मिला है
इसे देख स्थानीय लोगों में हड़कंप मच गया है. pic.twitter.com/kGfHXPKtyz
In response to the incident, viewers shared mixed reactions in the comments section. While some reassured others that monitor lizards are generally harmless and peaceful creatures, others emphasized the importance of staying cautious in such situations.
Acknowledging the situation, the Lucknow Police took to social media to provide an update, informing the public that the Forest Department had been alerted and was addressing the matter. Their statement assured that the Chinhat police station and forest department team were on-site, taking necessary measures to handle the situation.
The incident not only surprised the residents of the building but also sparked discussions and debates across various online platforms about unexpected encounters with wildlife in urban settings.
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