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The animal was located in the vicinity of Charlestown and Black Brook Roads in Hampton Borough and tested positive for rabies on Tuesday, according to the Hunterdon County Dept. of Health.
The department urges anyone who may have come into contact with the skunk between August 14 and August 28 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, call 908-788-1351. After hours and on weekends, call 908-788-1202. To reach the Hampton Borough Animal Control Officer, St. Huberts Animal Welfare Center, call (908) 526-3330.
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