Rabies alert issued after Disney workers scratched by cat

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – Officials with the Florida Department of Health said a rabies alert was issued near Epcot on Monday after a cat that scratched two Disney workers tested positive for rabies.

This is a 60-day alert issued for the area around the intersection of Interstate 4 and Epcot Center Drive, according to the Department of Health.

Officials are asking people to avoid:

• Feral cats
• Stray dogs
• Raccoons
• Bats
• Foxes
• Skunks
• Otters
• Bobcats
• Coyotes

Anyone who was bitten or scratched by a cat in the area should seek medical attention or contact Orange County Animal Services at 407-254-9150.

The Department of Health is asking people check the following:

• Make sure pets have current rabies immunizations
• Secure garbage outside
• Clear pet food outside

Anyone with questions about this issue can also call Animal Services at 407-254-9150.