A raccoon in Annapolis tested positive for rabies on Dec. 10, 2025, prompting a health alert.

A raccoon in Annapolis tested positive for rabies on December 10, 2025, prompting the Anne Arundel County Department of Health to issue a rabies alert. Residents who may have encountered the animal or noticed unexplained wounds on pets are advised to contact the department. Rabies can spread through bites, scratches, or contact with infected saliva, and prompt preventive treatment is essential. The department urges pet owners to keep vaccinations current, supervise pets outdoors, secure garbage, and avoid wild animals. Anyone exposed should immediately wash the area and seek medical care.