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Bats at Fireworks? Rabies Alert | Annapolis News
Bats unexpectedly crashed a Maryland fireworks show in Mount Airy, flying near crowds around 9:30 PM on July 3rd — and health officials are sounding the alarm over rabies risk. Bats can transmit rabies through tiny bites, scratches, or saliva exposure, often without you even noticing. The Carroll County Health Department is urging anyone who may have had contact with a bat during the event to seek a rabies risk assessment immediately. Though no bats were collected for testing, officials are acting with caution — since rabies is common in Maryland’s wildlife like raccoons, skunks, and foxes…
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