CLARK COUNTY, Ind. — The Indiana Department of Health is warning Hoosiers after rabid skunks were found in southern Indiana.
According to a press release, IDOH is urging Indiana residents to vaccinate their pets against rabies and keep a safe distance from wildlife because skunk rabies was detected in Clark and Washington Counties.
IDOH officials indicated that skunk rabies is typically present in northern Kentucky, but not southern Indiana. The Hoosier State has not had a confirmed case of skunk rabies since 2004.
No human infections were suspected as of Feb. 9. IDOH is working to determine if there are any other Indiana counties affected by skunk rabies.
Hoosiers can report sick or dead skunks to the Indiana Department of Natural Resources Division of Fish and Wildlife Health Program here .
IDOH officials are encouraging Indiana residents to stay away from skunks or other wild animals, even if they appear healthy.
Here are some additional tips provided by the IDOH to keep Hoosiers and their pets safe: