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Yosemite National Park officials warn of rabies-infected bat three months after it was discovered
Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk Salvador Hernandez , as published by Los Angeles Times - California
· September 4, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points No interactions with people were reported. The discovery was made in Yosemite National Park.
A warning has been issued to visitors about a bat that has tested positive for rabies. No interactions with people were reported. This announcement comes three months after the bat was initially found.
The discovery was made in Yosemite National Park. Details about the situation are limited, but the relevant authorities have made an effort to inform the public.
For more information, visitors can consult the original warning from the National Park Service, which provides any available details about the discovery and the precautions being taken.
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Category: parks Published: September 4, 2026 Source: Los Angeles Times - California Reading time: 1 min
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