The Cape Cod and Southeast Massachusetts Rabies Task Force will begin to distribute oral rabies vaccine baits in parts of Barnstable and Plymouth counties today. Plymouth, Wareham, Kingston, Carver, Middleboro, Lakeville, Rochester, Marion, Mattapoisett, Bourne and Sandwich will all receive baits.
Ground-based distribution will take place through May 8th. Helicopter distribution begins on May 12th and that should last around three days, weather permitting.
The baits are being placed in areas frequented by raccoons, foxes, and coyotes and away from places where people and pets are likely to find them.
The baits are not harmful to people or pets, but if one is found, please report where it was located.
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