Possible rabid skunks in Town of Poughkeepsie

POUGHKEEPSIE – The Dutchess County Department of Behavioral & Community Health warns residents that aggressive skunks were observed between October 30 and November 1, 2022 near Rochdale Road in the Town of Poughkeepsie. These skunks may be rabid.

It is important not to approach or contact wild animals, officials said.

If you observe an aggressive or strange-acting skunk, take precautions to prevent contact to humans or pets.

If you or your pet have had contact with a skunk, the incident should be reported to the Dutchess County Department of Behavioral & Community Health as soon as possible at 845-486-3404 Monday through Friday 9AM-5PM, or at 845-431-6465, on nights and weekends.

Hank Gross

Hank Gross is the founder of Mid-Hudson News and a veteran journalist with over five decades of experience covering the Hudson Valley. A graduate of SUNY Oneonta, where he began his career in broadcasting, Hank has worked across radio, TV, and print media since 1970. His work has earned him numerous accolades, including an Associated Press “Best Newscast” award and recognition as a “Pillar of the Community” by the Greater Hudson Valley Family Health Center. He lives in Middletown with his wife, Virginia.