RABIES ALERT

This is not the rabid raccoon in question, rather a generic picture of a raccoon. FLAGLER COUNTY, Fla – A rabid raccoon recently attacked a dog in Flagler County, prompting the health department to issue an alert for the Bunnell area. AdHealth officials provided the following advice for rabies prevention:All pets should have current rabies immunizations. If bitten or scratched by a suspected rabid animal, wash the wound immediately with soap and water, seek medical attention and promptly report the incident to Florida Department of Health in Flagler County at 386-313-7101. Use the form below to sign up for the ClickOrlando.com 4pm Trending newsletter, sent every weekday.

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. The Florida Department of Health Orange County issued a rabies alert for the region near Hendry Drive and Okaloosa Avenue Monday, according to a news release. The alert is in response to a cat that tested positive for the disease. The FDOH issued the following guidelines and advice pertaining to the rabies alert:All pets should have current rabies immunizations. If bitten or scratched by a suspected rabid animal, wash the wound immediately with soap and water, seek medical attention, and promptly report the incident to Orange County Animal Services (407) 254-9150. For general questions pertaining to animals, contact Orange County Animal Services (407) 254-9150.