Rabies Alert Issued by Berkeley County Health Department 3.24.26

March 24th, 2026

Berkeley County (WV) Health Department has issued a Rabies Alert for the Back Creek Valley area of Hedgesville.

The WV Office of Laboratory Services notified us on March 24^th of a positive test result for the rabies virus from a raccoon in the above area. It was submitted to them by the Berkeley County Health Department.

If you think that you or someone else may have come into contact with this animal, please call the Berkeley County Health Department @ 304-267-7130 or Berkeley County Animal Control @ (304) 263-4729.

All Citizens are also being reminded to make sure your animals are currently vaccinated against rabies and to avoid contact with wildlife!