Raccoon in Niantic, East Lyme tests positive for rabies; residents advised to avoid wild animals.
A raccoon in Niantic, East Lyme tested positive for rabies, prompting the Ledge Light Health District to advise residents to avoid approaching or feeding wild or stray animals. Rabies, a deadly viral disease, can be transmitted through contact with infected saliva or open wounds. East Lyme Animal Control and the Ledge Light Health District can be contacted for further information or concerns.
April 19, 2024
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