State health officials confirm two animals test positive for rabies

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)– State health officials have confirmed two animals tested positive for rabies.

In Saluda County a fox found near Country Pond and Cockrell Road was confirmed to have rabies on July 2, one person and a dog were exposed.

In York County a goat was confirmed to have rabies on Monday, July 6, leaving four people exposed.

Officials say there have been 57 cases of rabid animals statewide so far this year.

If you or someone you know came in contact with a rabid animal call (#) and select the second option to report.