Rhode Island rabies cases reach 34 after two Warwick raccoons test positive

By: Christopher Shea

Outlets: Rhode Island Current

Published: September 2, 2026

Words: 400

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 5 days ago

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Two raccoons found about 5 miles apart in densely populated neighborhoods of Warwick tested positive for rabies this week, the latest cases in a year when Rhode Island’s tally of rabid animals has climbed well above its five-year average.

The raccoons were found near Walter Street and Duncan Road, the Rhode Island Department of Health revealed Wednesday. Three people and two dogs were treated for possible exposure.

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