"Lockport Residents Warned of Rabid Raccoon Sighting"
A rabid raccoon was found in the City of Lockport, Niagara County. Two dogs encountered the animal in a fenced-in backyard, but they were already vaccinated against rabies and don't need to be quarantined. Rabies can be fatal for animals that aren't vaccinated. Four bats carrying the disease have also been found in the county.