Baltimore Sun: County issues warning after rabid raccoon is found in Dundalk

Health officials are alerting residents that a rabid raccoon was found in Dundalk that might have been in contact with other animals.

The raccoon was found Monday on Rosebank Avenue in the North Point neighborhood near Back River and tested positive for rabies, according to officials with the Baltimore County Department of Health.

There aren't any known interactions between the raccoon and people, but it's likely the raccoon was in contact with other animals in the neighborhood, officials said.
Traps will be set on the property where the raccoon was found to catch animals that may have been exposed. Pets that are microchipped or tagged will be returned to their owners if trapped — if they are vaccinated. Other animals will be euthanized and tested for rabies, said Monique Lyle, a county health spokeswoman.

Anyone who thinks they may have come in contact with the raccoon should contact their doctor. They also should notify the Baltimore County Department of Health by calling 410-887-6011 during business hours or 410-832-7182 after hours.

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