A raccoon from the Timbercreek subdivision near Whitesville Road was tested on December 17, 2025, by the Georgia Public Health Laboratory and found to have rabies. Residents and visitors of this area are strongly advised to take the following precautions: If you know of anyone that may have come in contact with a raccoon, contact Columbus Environmental Health office, Columbus Animal Care and Control Center and have them contact their physician.
*Do not pick up or handle any stray or wild animals.
*Report any animal bites and/or scratches.
*Contact Columbus Animal Care and Control Center to report any animals which are behaving strangely or aggressively.
*If your pet or livestock is behaving strangely or is injured contact your local veterinarian immediately.
*Teach children about the dangers of stray and wild animals.
*Have all of your dogs and cats vaccinated against rabies.
