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Rabid skunk captured in El Dorado County


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By Carlos Acala, Sacramento Bee

El Dorado Animal Services is advising residents to be alert to protect themselves from rabies after the capture of a rabid skunk last week.

The skunk was seen chasing cars and exhibiting extremely aggressive behavior, according to an agency news release.

The incidents occurred in the 300 block of Placerville Drive, near a movie theater.

An Animal Services officer saw the skunk and captured it. The animal subsequently tested positive for rabies.

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  1. Kathy says - Posted: July 3, 2012

    Good Job,A skunk ? have not seen one of those yet here lol

  2. hmmm..... says - Posted: July 4, 2012

    are they sure it wasn’t that face eater guy from florida who only had marijuana in his system?