2 skunks test positive for rabies in Washington Township

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Friday, April 12, 2019
2 skunks test positive for rabies in Washington Township
2 skunks test positive for rabies in Washington Township. Rick Williams reports during Action News at 5:30 p.m. on April 11, 2019.

WASHINGTON TWP., N.J. (WPVI) -- A warning Thursday for pet owners in Gloucester County, New Jersey.

Two skunks have tested positive for rabies in Washington Township.

The first was found in the vicinity of 7 Crater Court earlier this week.

A second was discovered later that day, a short distance away.

Pet owners are urged to make sure their pets are vaccinated and they avoid wild animals.