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30-Day Rabies Alert Issued in Punta Gorda, Florida

8/29/2025

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Punta Gorda, Florida, issued a 30-day rabies alert following a raccoon testing positive for the virus.
Residents near Washington Loop Road should avoid wild animals and vaccinate pets.
Authorities stress that rabies is fatal but preventable, urging immediate action if pets are exposed.
The alert highlights the persistent risk of rabies among wild animals.

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Punta Gorda, Florida, issued a 30-day rabies alert following a raccoon testing positive for the virus.
Residents near Washington Loop Road should avoid wild animals and vaccinate pets.
Authorities stress that rabies is fatal but preventable, urging immediate action if pets are exposed.
The alert highlights the persistent risk of rabies among wild animals.