00:00Britain's most dangerous spider is on the move, and it could be heading straight into your home.
00:05The noble false widow, armed with a venomous bite that can cause swelling, fever, and unbearable pain,
00:11is set to invade houses across the UK this month.
00:14Experts warn August is peak mating season, when males leave their hiding spots and roam indoors looking for love.
00:21They can slip through vents, pipes, even the tiniest cracks,
00:25and once inside, they'll settle near windows, bathtubs, and dusty corners.
00:30One man bitten while clearing cobwebs was left in agony and could barely walk after his leg became severely inflamed.
00:37Scientists say these spiders first arrived from the Canary Islands in the 1800s and have been spreading ever since.
00:43To avoid a nasty surprise, keep windows shut, clean your frames, and remove dust and debris that attract them.
00:49Because once spider season starts, you might not see them, but they'll see you.
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