Hancock County schools close after snakes spotted on campusDistrict shuts down schools through Friday as environmental inspection is conducted after multiple snake sightingsHANCOCK COUNTY, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – All schools and offices in the Hancock County School District are closed through Friday due to an environmental safety concern. District leaders say two snakes were spotted outside on one of the school’s campuses, and one was reportedly seen inside a building. According to the district, a licensed environmental specialist will inspect every school building as a precaution. Palmer says the district plans to return to a normal schedule on Monday, August 10, pending the results of that full inspection. She says the district will share updates once the inspection is complete and wants families to know student safety remains the top priority.