Health officials issue rabies alert near Epcot

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – The Florida Department of Health Orange County have issued a rabies alert near Epcot.

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.

Health officials said a cat tested positive for the disease.

Officials are asking people to avoid:

• feral cats
• stray dogs
• raccoons
• bats
• foxes
• skunks
• otters
• bobcats
• coyotes

Anyone in the area 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.

FDOH 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.