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"Rabies Alert: Bat Tests Positive in Arches National Park, Rangers Urge Safety Measures"

Arches National Park rangers are warning visitors to be cautious around bats in the park after one tested positive for rabies. Visitors have reported unusual bat behavior, and one person was bitten. While fewer than 1% of bats carry rabies, bats that exhibit strange behavior or come into contact with humans are 10 times more likely to carry the disease. Any physical contact with a bat, no matter how small, is considered a potential exposure to rabies. Visitors who have been in contact with a bat should seek medical attention and report the encounter to the National Park Service Office of Public Health.

via KSL.com|

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health-and-safety2 years ago•1 min saved

"Rabies Alert: Bat Tests Positive in Arches National Park, Rangers Urge Safety Measures"

Arches National Park rangers are warning visitors to be cautious around bats in the park after one tested positive for rabies. Visitors have reported unusual bat behavior, and one person was bitten. Bats are important to the ecosystem but should be viewed from a distance. Any physical contact with a bat, no matter how small, is considered a potential exposure to rabies, which can be spread through saliva or mucus membrane contact. Visitors who have had contact with a bat should seek medical attention and report the encounter to the National Park Service Office of Public Health.

via KSL.com|

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"Bizarre Bat Behavior Uncovered at Arches National Park"

A rabid bat was found outside the visitor center at Arches National Park in Utah, prompting officials to issue a warning to visitors about potential exposure. The park has also received reports of other bats exhibiting unusual behavior, including one bite. While less than 1% of bats in nature have rabies, those that act strangely or come into contact with humans are up to 10 times more likely to carry the viral disease. Visitors are advised to avoid bats as any small contact could be considered potential exposure.

via FOX 13 News Utah|

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Tragic Heat Stroke Claims Life of Texas Man Honoring Father at Arches National Park

A 66-year-old man from Austin, Texas, died of heat stroke while hiking in Utah's Arches National Park during a trip to spread his father's ashes. James Bernard Hendricks likely became disoriented due to a combination of heat, dehydration, and high altitude. His body was found off-trail, and his water bottle was empty. The National Park Service and Grand County Sheriff's Office are investigating the incident.

via NBC News|

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