Rabid Beaver Attacks Man, 7-Year-Old Daughter During Kayak Trip
Authorities say a beaver that attacked a man and his daughter during a kayak trip in Pennsylvania was rabid.
www.cbsnews.comHere are the latest updates I can share based on recent reports:
- A rabid beaver attack occurred at Lake Henry in Mahwah, New Jersey, with an 8-year-old boy among those affected. Authorities later confirmed the beaver tested positive for rabies, and affected individuals were receiving medical care.[1][3]
- Health officials issued alerts advising anyone who had contact with the animal to seek medical evaluation promptly, and to avoid wildlife in the area.[3][1]
Additional context:
- Related rabid-beaver incidents have been reported in other states over the years, including notable cases in Georgia and Pennsylvania, though those events are not connected to the current New Jersey incident.[2][4]
- Private videos and news team coverage of the New Jersey event have circulated, underscoring public concern about wildlife rabies in popular park areas.[6][1]
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