Rabies concerns grow after record number of infected bats found in Los Angeles

THE TAKEAWAY:

• A record-breaking number of rabies-positive bats have been detected across Los Angeles County.
• 76 bats tested positive for rabies in 2026, surpassing the previous record.
• In August, 24 rabid bats were confirmed in Los Angeles County.
• Los Angeles County health officials also confirmed a rabies-positive raccoon.

A record-breaking number of rabies-positive bats have been detected across Los Angeles County, prompting public health officials to urge residents to take precautions to protect themselves and their pets from the potentially deadly virus…