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Rabid Fox Bites Spark Urgent Caution in Texas

5/16/2025

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A rabid fox in Wimberley, Texas, has raised alarms after biting a person on May 9, marking a troubling trend of rabies cases in Hays County. With four reported encounters near Purgatory Creek Natural Area, officials urge residents to exercise caution and seek medical attention if bitten, highlighting the urgent need for awareness in the community.

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A rabid fox in Wimberley, Texas, has raised alarms after biting a person on May 9, marking a troubling trend of rabies cases in Hays County. With four reported encounters near Purgatory Creek Natural Area, officials urge residents to exercise caution and seek medical attention if bitten, highlighting the urgent need for awareness in the community.