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Raccoon tests positive for rabies in Sandy Springs
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· August 1, 2026
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Key takeaway This incident occurred earlier in the week, according to information from Fulton County officials.
In Sandy Springs, a raccoon has tested positive for rabies after biting a local resident. This incident occurred earlier in the week, according to information from Fulton County officials. The details of the encounter are limited, but it is known that the raccoon was infected with rabies at the time of the bite.
For more information on this incident, residents can refer to the original report from Fulton County officials. Further details about the incident, including the current status of the resident who was bitten, are not available in this brief summary. Readers can consult the source for any additional information that may have been released.
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Published: August 1, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 5 Atlanta (WAGA) - News ·
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