Raccoon tests positive for rabies in Pocomoke

POCOMOKE, Md. – The Worcester County Health Department says a raccoon has tested positive for rabies in Pocomoke.

They say the raccoon was found in the vicinity of Oak Hall Road.

The Department says if you, your family or your pets have had contact with the rabid raccoon, contact the Worcester County Heath Department’s Office of Environmental Health at 410-352-3234.

Maryland and Worcester County Law require current rabies vaccinations for dog, cats or ferrets over 4 months of age.