Tests show fox that bit girl in Henrico was rabid

By WTOP Staff
July 22, 2014 | 2:00 PM

HENRICO, Va. (AP) — Henrico County police say a fox that bit a girl’s ankle has tested positive for rabies.

Police spokeswoman Lt. Linda N. Toney says the fox was shot Sunday by an adult family member after he saw it bite the girl.

Toney says the people who were exposed to the fox have sought medical treatment. A dog will be quarantined because it might have been exposed.

Emergency guide: What you should do to prepare for emergencies

By WTOP Staff
September 9, 2020 | 10:00 AM

WASHINGTON — Do you know what you'd do if an emergency hits? What if you're at work, your spouse is stuck in traffic and your children are in school? There's no way to plan for every emergency, but you can make sure you're prepared for different scenarios, including making a plan for your family and building a kit of emergency supplies.

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