Rabies Alert: Stay Safe Around Bats | Lexington News

Lexington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 4, 2026 · 1m

A bat in Knott County has tested positive for rabies, prompting a serious health alert from the Kentucky River District Health Department. Experts urge everyone to avoid wild animals—including bats, even if they appear healthy—and ensure pets are up to date on rabies vaccinations. If you’ve had any contact with a bat or potentially rabid animal, seek medical attention immediately—bat bites can be tiny and go unnoticed. Rabies is fatal once symptoms appear, but it’s 100% preventable if treated early. The CDC warns most rabies deaths result from bat exposures, so stay vigilant and keep your…