Health officials have confirmed a case of rabies in a fox found near Beechwood Drive and Roberts Road in southwest Roanoke City. The animal was collected on March 21, 2026, and tested positive for rabies.
Residents should avoid contact with wild or stray animals, keep pets’ rabies vaccinations current, and report any bites or possible exposure to the Roanoke City and Alleghany Health Districts Environmental Health Division at 540‑204‑9928 or to Roanoke City Animal Control…