Rabies-Positive Bat Confirmed in Fremont, First Case Since 2019

Local authorities implement safety measures, including pet quarantine and public notifications, to prevent potential rabies transmission.

A bat found Tuesday at a residence on De Salle Terrace in Fremont’s Niles neighborhood tested positive for rabies, confirmed by the Alameda County Department of Public Health.
This is the first confirmed rabies case in Fremont since 2019, with no known human or additional animal exposures reported so far.
As a precaution, the resident’s dog has been revaccinated against rabies and placed under a 30-day quarantine.
Alameda County Vector Control is conducting door-to-door outreach in the affected area to inform residents and advise on rabies prevention measures.
Health officials emphasize the importance of vaccinating pets, avoiding contact with wild animals, and bat-proofing homes to reduce the risk of rabies transmission.