Arvada bat is Jefferson County’s first rabies case of 2025

A bat revealed near Arvada s Westlake neighborhood has tested positive for rabies becoming Jefferson County s first verified incident of the virus this year according to a county news release Related Articles Bat ascertained in Boulder residence tests positive for rabies The rabies virus can infect any mammal including humans but is greater part often seen in wild animals such as bats and skunks Once features appear infections are almost unfailingly fatal Anyone who has had contact with a wild or stray animal should contact their wellbeing care provider and local animal control agency at once to access post-exposure care and prevent the spread of the virus Rabies remains a jeopardy in our locality especially during the warmer months when wild animals are more operational Rachel Reichardt of Jefferson County Constituents Physical condition reported in the release Residents should avoid contact with wildlife ensure pets are up-to-date on their rabies vaccinations and description any animal acting strangely to your local animal control agency Five Jefferson County animals tested positive for the virus last year according to the healthcare department Last week populace healthcare personnel informed that a bat identified inside a Boulder home was endorsed rabid and had contact with at least one dog Sign up to get crime news sent straight to your inbox each day