Rabies Alerts

Rabies is a deadly disease caused by a virus that can infect all warm-blooded animals, including people.  It is spread mostly by wild animals, but stray cats and dogs may also become infected and spread the virus.  The rabies virus lives in the saliva and brain tissue of infected animals.  Rabies can be spread by scratches from infected animals or when infected saliva comes into contact with open wounds, breaks in the skin or mucous membranes (eyes, nose, mouth, etc.)

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Ledge Light Health District at 860-448-4882

Rabid Racoon Identified in Niantic-posted 4.19.24

A raccoon found on Joyce Court in East Lyme (Niantic) was tested and found to be positive for rabies on April 19, 2024. The public should refrain from feeding or approaching any wild or stray animals.

Rabid Raccoon Identified in Mystic-posted 1.13.23

A raccoon found on Whitney Road in Groton (Mystic) was tested and found to be positive for rabies on January 13, 2023. The public should avoid feeding or approaching wild or stray animals.

Rabid Raccoon Identified in Mystic-posted 5.16.22

A raccoon found in the area of West Main Street and Gravel Street in Groton (Mystic) was tested and found to be positive for rabies on May 16, 2022. The public should avoid feeding or approaching wild or stray animals.

Rabid Skunk Identified in Ledyard-posted 5.6.22

A skunk found on Sable Drive in Ledyard was tested and found to be positive for rabies on May 6, 2022. The public should avoid feeding or approaching wild or stray animals.

Rabid Skunk Identified in Waterford-posted 3.24.22

A skunk found on Shore Road in Waterford was tested and found to be positive for rabies on March 24, 2022. The public should avoid feeding or approaching wild or stray animals.

Rabid Raccoon Identified in North Stonington-posted 12.17.21

A raccoon found in the area of 21 Babcock Road in North Stonington was tested and found to be positive for rabies on December 16, 2021. The public should avoid feeding or approaching wild or stray animals.

Helpful Resources

Visit our Rabies page for helpful information about the disease.