Beaver Attack at Lake George | Burlington News

Burlington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 9, 2026 · 1m

A summer swim at Lake George turned into a wild beaver attack when Brandon Shortsleeve jumped in to save his friend—only to get bitten himself. Experts suspect the young beaver may have been rabid, explaining its unusual aggression. Though rare, rabies can turn shy beavers into unpredictable threats. Both men are recovering and getting rabies shots, with Shortsleeve joking he’s more likely to get struck by lightning than repeat the experience. Authorities are now warning visitors to stay alert and report any strange animal behavior, though they’re not actively hunting the culprit—because…