Fairfax County police have started a campaign to educate people about rabid animals in found in their neighborhoods. When a rabid animal is reported, animal control officers are going door to door to let people know about precautions to take to protect family pets and children.
Police said three raccoons and two foxes have tested positive for rabies this month, and officers have notified people in those neighborhoods.
In total, more than 30 rabid animals have been reported in Fairfax County this year, according to police.
Rabies is a viral infection that affects the central nervous system and can be deadly. Humans can get it if they are bitten by a rabid animal.
– Emily Babay
