A 16-year-old's family is grieving after the snake bite death of their beloved, energetic teenager.

It is with heavy hearts that a family in Queensland is grieving the loss of their beloved 16-year-old son, Beau Horan. Described as a vibrant, compassionate, and loving young man, Beau tragically passed away yesterday after being bitten by a brown snake.

The incident occurred on Monday afternoon at Beau's family home in Wurdong Heights, just south of Gladstone. According to a family friend, Beau was bitten on the foot and was unaware of the danger until he collapsed upon returning inside. His family immediately called for an ambulance and he was rushed to Gladstone Hospital in a critical condition, around 1:50pm.

Due to the severity of his condition, Beau was transferred to the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital via a CareFlight helicopter. Despite being placed on life support, he sadly passed away the following day. In a statement on behalf of the family, Beau was remembered as a young man with a bright future ahead of him and his sudden passing has left an unimaginable void in their hearts.

The family will now return to Wurdong Heights to make arrangements for Beau's funeral. His death has not only devastated his loved ones, but also the tight-knit community he was a part of. Shaun Connolly, a friend of the family, expressed the impact of Beau's passing on the community, stating, "It's a small community. Everyone knows everybody, we've all got kids, we all relate."

In the midst of their grief, Connolly has started an online fundraiser to help the family with medical and funeral expenses. The loss of Beau has been overwhelming for his loved ones and any support is greatly appreciated.

The eastern brown snake, responsible for Beau's death, is known to be the second-most venomous snake in the world. Since the implementation of a national antivenom program, fatal snake bites have become relatively rare. However, between 2001 and 2021, the eastern brown snake has caused 50 deaths. In the event of a snake bite, Queensland Health advises people to call triple zero and apply a bandage and splint to the bitten area.

The loss of Beau has left a deep impact on his family, friends, and community. He will be greatly missed and remembered as a vibrant and compassionate young man with a bright future ahead of him. May his soul rest in peace.

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