Florida Duval County issues rabies alert due to rabid cat in Westside area until August 1; pet owners advised on immunization and avoiding wild animals.
The Florida Department of Health in Duval County has issued a rabies alert after discovering a rabid cat in the Westside area, bounded by HWY 134, Sandler Road, Old Middleburg Road S, and HWY 23/First Coast Expressway. The alert is in effect until August 1st. Pet owners should ensure their pets have received current rabies immunization shots, and avoid wild animals, which carry a higher risk of rabies exposure.
May 02, 2024
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