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This otter is the first animal in Kershaw County to test positive for rabies in 2021. Credit: Allison Shelley Getty Images A North American river otter forages for food in the new otter enclosure during a sneak peak of the new American Trail at the Smithsonian National Zoo. Author: WLTX Updated: 7:22 PM EST January 27, 2021 KERSHAW COUNTY, S.C. — The Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) has confirmed that an otter in Kershaw County has tested positive for rabies.  According to DHEC, an otter found near Trantham Road and Longtown Road in Ridg...

ABC Columbia Jan 20, 2021 1:28 PM EST COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– According to the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, a raccoon discovered in Lexington County was confirmed to have rabies. DHEC says the raccoon was discovered near M Avenue and Naples Avenue in Cayce. Officials say the animal was submitted to DHEC’s lab for testing on January 15 and was confirmed to have rabies on January 19. DHEC says there are no known human or pet exposures to the rabid raccoon. “To reduce the risk of getting rabies, always give wild and stray animals plenty of space,” said Ter...

Rabid raccoon enters South Carolina hospital, One person exposed Image/edbo 23 via pixabay It is reported that at least one person was exposed and has been referred to their healthcare provider. “To reduce the risk of getting rabies, always give wild and stray animals plenty of space”, said Terri McCollister, Rabies Program Team Leader. “If you see an animal in need, avoid touching it and contact someone trained in handling animals, such as your local animal control officer or wildlife rehabilitator.” This raccoon is the 14th animal in Lexington County to test positiv...