The Florida Health Department issued a 60-day rabies alert in Hamilton County. Health officials confirmed a case in an unvaccinated pet cat near NW 27th Boulevard north of Jennings.
The alert area is within these boundaries:
North: NW County Road 143 South: NW County Road 146 East: NW 49th Ave West: NW 58th Ave
The health department is urging neighbors to avoid contact with wild, stray, and unvaccinated animals. They shared several safety reminders including:
Keep pets vaccinated and supervised Do not approach or feed wild or stray animals Secure trash and outdoor pet food Report stray animals to Animal Control Seek medical attention immediately if bitten or scratched by a wild or stray animal
The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office is also encouraging neighbors to report suspicious or aggressive animal activity.
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