Bats in Homes Surge in Pima County | Tucson News

Pima County’s bat exposure crisis is hitting record highs this summer—with July alone projected to surpass 160 cases, double last year’s total. Bats are invading homes in droves, especially through roof openings, prompting urgent health alerts. While monsoon rains may be fueling a larger bat population, experts stress that outdoor encounters are rare. The real danger lies indoors: pediatric ERs are already treating kids for exposure, and officials urge residents to safely contain bats and call professionals—so they can be tested for rabies. If you’ve had contact, see a doctor immediately. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/324ec7c5af349c46