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Cloudy this morning with showers during the afternoon. High 79F. Winds S at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 40%..
Rain showers early will evolve into a more steady rain overnight. Low 64F. Winds light and variable. Chance of rain 80%. Rainfall around a half an inch. Locally heavy rainfall possible.
Updated: May 17, 2024 @ 5:24 am
A person and two cats were exposed to a bat with rabies in Burlington, according to a press release from the Alamance County Department of Health.
This is the second reported rabies case this year in Alamance County. In early May, a raccoon infected with rabies came into contact with a dog and two people.
Last year, Alamance County had seven confirmed cases of rabies.
On Monday, Aug. 24, Burlington Animal Services received a report that two cats came into contact with a bat on Glencoe Street in Burlington. The bat later tested positive for rabies.
The Alamance County Department of Health said the cats were up to date on their vaccinations. They received two boosters and are being quarantined for 45 days, the department said.
The health department also confirmed that the person exposed is receiving treatment.
In North Carolina, cats and dogs must be vaccinated against rabies before they are four months old. They should be vaccinated a second time within the next year and every three years after that.
According to the health department, anyone who is bitten by an animal should wash the wound with soap and water for ten minutes and seek medical help. They should also write down a description of the animal to give to animal control, including the owner's name and address if the animal is a pet.
People should not try to catch a wild or stray animal.
The health department advises that anyone who lives in the area and has outside pets should check them for wounds that may have come from the bat. For more information or questions about rabies control and vaccinations requirements, the Health Department’s Environmental Health office can be reached at 336-570-6367.
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