Another Camden County rabid raccoon, now in Haddon Heights, NJ

HADDON HEIGHTS — A dead raccoon removed from the yard of a borough home on Thursday has tested positive for rabies, according to the Camden County Health Department.

County officials said in a release that they received that confirmation from the state Department of Health on Tuesday.

NJDOH rabies statistics are updated quarterly, meaning a revision is likely at the end of June, but four rabid raccoon cases were reported in Camden County in the first quarter of 2022, the most of any New Jersey county in that span.

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At least two of the raccoons were identified in Cherry Hill, where a deceased groundhog also tested positive earlier this month.

With regard to the latest case out of Haddon Heights, officials said a family dog was not observed to have had contact with the raccoon, but the dog received a booster shot on top of its current rabies vaccination and will be quarantined and monitored for 45 days.

There were no known human exposures to the raccoon, according to the health department.

Any residents with concerns may contact the Camden County Department of Health and Human Services at 856-374-6370.

Patrick Lavery is a reporter and anchor for New Jersey 101.5. You can reach him at patrick.lavery@townsquaremedia.com

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A trip to New Jersey doesn't have to be all about the beach. Our state has some incredible trails, waterfalls, and lakes to enjoy.

From the Pine Barrens to the Appalachian Trail to the hidden gems of New Jersey, you have plenty of options for a great hike. Hiking is such a great way to spend time outdoors and enjoy nature, plus it's a great workout.

Before you go out on the trails and explore some of our listeners' suggestions, I have some tips on hiking etiquette from the American Hiking Society.

If you are going downhill and run into an uphill hiker, step to the side and give the uphill hiker space. A hiker going uphill has the right of way unless they stop to catch their breath.

Always stay on the trail, you may see side paths, unless they are marked as an official trail, steer clear of them. By going off-trail you may cause damage to the ecosystems around the trail, the plants, and wildlife that live there.

You also do not want to disturb the wildlife you encounter, just keep your distance from the wildlife and continue hiking.

Bicyclists should yield to hikers and horses. Hikers should also yield to horses, but I’m not sure how many horses you will encounter on the trails in New Jersey.

If you are thinking of bringing your dog on your hike, they should be leashed, and make sure to clean up all pet waste.

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