Raccoon tests positive for rabies in part of Monroe County

Raccoon tests positive for rabies in part of Monroe County

MONROE COUNTY, WV (WVNS) -- A raccoon in part of Monroe County tested positive for rabies in July 2026. According to a post on the Monroe County Health Department's Facebook page, a raccoon in the Buster Brown Road area of Monroe County tested positive for rabies on July 16, 2026. The post stated that people [...]

Monroe County Health Department issues public health advisory following positive case of rabies

Monroe County, WV (WOAY) The Monroe County Health Department is issuing a public health advisory following a positive case of rabies.   According to an official release from the health department, a raccoon discovered on Buster Brown Road tested positive for rabies.    The viral illness is transmissible to pets, livestock, and humans through bites or contact with saliva.   The Health Department urges the community to protect themselves by avoidi…