County Health Officials Warn Of Rabid Cat, Seeking Possible Contacts

September 22, 2020 By News Staff Health 0

WESTFIELD – Chautauqua County health officials are seeking the identities of anyone who might have had contact with a rabid cat in Westfield.

The rabid feline was seen on Clinton Street between Franklin Street and Portage Road before Sept. 16.

The stray is an adult cat, black with a white chest patch.


Officials warn that rabies is almost always fatal.

Anyone with information is urged to call the county health department at 716 753-4772.

 



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