Teen Picks Up Dead Bat at White Sands

A teen at White Sands National Park picked up a dead bat with bare hands and brought it inside—posing a serious rabies risk. Park officials warn anyone who touched the bat or suspects exposure must contact a doctor or health department immediately. This isn’t the first time rabies has been detected at the park; last year, a bat tested positive. Rabies is almost always fatal once symptoms appear, and bites aren’t always visible. The park urges the teen—or their guardians—to email [email protected] right away. Stay safe: don’t ignore potential exposure. Support the show:Get a discount at https://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/86fbf7b37e34516e