Rabies incident involving dead skunk reported in Aromas
SAN BENITO COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) -- A dead skunk with rabies was discovered in a home in Aromas.
According to San Benito County Health and Human Services, on March 26, 2025, the skunk was found dead in the home and tested for rabies at a lab.
It was confirmed to have been infected by the virus. Rabies can spread through bites or saliva from infected animals and only post-exposure vaccination can prevent the disease as it is fatal without treatment.
San Benito residents can call Hollister Animal Control at 831-636-4320 if they see sick or injured animals.
As for bites, immediately wash the wound thoroughly with soap and running water to seek medical care if you are bitten.
