Rabid raccoon cases in NYC see terrifying 57% increase over last year as residents express rabies fears

2 verified updates • corroborated by 1 independent source • tracked since August 29, 2026

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07:31 AM 1 source: NY Post (New York)
Rabid raccoon cases in NYC outpacing last year by 57%
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08:01 AM 1 source: NY Post (New York)
Rabid raccoon cases in NYC see terrifying 57% increase over last year as residents express rabies fears