Raccoon Tests Positive For Rabies In Hunterdon County

A raccoon has tested positive for rabies in Hunterdon County, health officials said.

06/23/2021 3:03 p.m.

The animal was located in the vicinity of Plennert Road in Raritan Township and tested positive for rabies on Wednesday, according to the Hunterdon County Dept. of Health.

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The department urges anyone who may have come into contact with the raccoon between June 6 and June 20 to see their primary care physician to determine whether there is a need for prophylaxis treatment.

Officials also remind residents to never pick up stray animals, as saliva from a rabid animal can be considered infectious.

Those interested in attending a free rabies clinic can view the list of scheduled clinics on the Hunterdon County Health Department website.

For more information, contact the Raritan Township Animal Control Officer at (908) 722-1271.

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