AUSTIN (KXAN) — A dead bat found in Georgetown on Friday tested positive for rabies, according to the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office.
The office issued a public health notice Wednesday, saying the bat was tested by the Department of State Health Services, which confirmed the results.
WCSO said the bat was found around 11:25 a.m. in the 200 block of Lazy Creek Drive.
“Please be mindful of animals that may carry rabies, including bats,” WCSO said. “Do not handle bats and contact animal control or the health department if you have any concerns.”
Anyone who may have come in physical contact with this animal should contact Williamson County Animal Control at 512-864-8282 (option 1 twice) or DSHS Zoonosis Control at 1-254-778-6744.
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