Rabid raccoons confirmed in Greenwood County; two pets exposed
GREENWOOD, S.C. (WSPA) – The South Carolina Department of Public Health confirmed that a raccoon has tested positive for rabies in Greenwood County.
According to officials, the raccoon was found near Culbertson Drive and Lorenzo Road. No people are known to have been exposed. The raccoon was confirmed to have rabies on Monday.
Two dogs were exposed and will be quarantined, required by the South Carolina Rabies Control Act.
If you, someone you know, or your pets have come in contact with the raccoon or another animal that potentially has rabies, please call DPH's Greenwood office at (864) 942-3600 or their after hours number at (888) 847-0902.
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