Warning issued after skunk with rabies bites man in Vancouver
Vancouver health officials have issued a warning after a rabid skunk bit several people in the city's West End. Residents are urged to seek medical attention if they have had contact with the animal.
Why it matters
Rabies is a fatal disease if left untreated, making public health alerts regarding wildlife encounters critical for community safety.
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Join the conversation Vancouver resident Guerric Haché called Critter Care Wildlife Society after finding this skunk in the West End on Oct. 17, 2026 that had rabies. Photo by Guerric Haché Article content A man has been bitten by a rabid skunk in Vancouver’s West End, leading to a call for anyone else who may have been bitten or scratched by the skunk to immediately contact Vancouver Coastal Health or go to an emergency room.
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