NORTH BRUNSWICK – The Middlesex County Office of Health Services is reporting that a raccoon tested positive for rabies in North Brunswick.
The raccoon was located in the vicinity of Liberty Bell Court and Society Hill Way on Aug. 15.
This is the 17th rabid animal reported within Middlesex County for 2016 and the fifth reported in North Brunswick.
The Middlesex County Office of Health Services continues to monitor rabies cases within the municipality. Residents should report wild animals showing signs of unusual behavior to the police department.
Additionally, it is recommended that residents avoid contact with wild animals and immediately report any bites from wild or domestic animals to the local health department and consult a physician as soon as possible.
Finally, be sure that all family pets are up to date on their rabies vaccinations and licenses, officials said.
