Rabies Alert as Fox Roams Staten Island, DEC Says
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A fox that may be rabid is at large on Staten Island, prompting a safety advisory at Mount Loretto Unique Area as the New York DEC monitors the area and searches for the animal. Visitors are advised to avoid feeding or handling wildlife and to report any unusual fox behavior. Rabies is rare in humans but common in NY wildlife, with the state logging 313 rabies-positive animals last year. If bitten, wash the wound with soap and water and seek medical care promptly. The DEC did not immediately respond to comment.
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