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Rabid Raccoon Poses Health Risk In Harford County
A raccoon tested positive for rabies Thursday. It was found in the Joppa area, Harford County Health Department officials said.

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A raccoon tested positive for rabies Thursday. It was found in the Joppa area, Harford County Health Department officials said.

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