Rabies Bat Found in Seattle | Seattle News

A bat found on a busy Seattle sidewalk tested positive for rabies—here’s what you need to know: Public Health is urging anyone who may have touched the bat, even without a bite, to see a doctor immediately. Rabies is almost always fatal once symptoms appear, but it’s 100% preventable if treated before symptoms start. Don’t panic if you didn’t touch it—just stay alert. If you or your pet had any contact, call Public Health at 206-296-4774. Don’t handle bats—call animal control if you find one. Safety first. 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/1a1521a6143ac442