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Public Advisory: Rabies Confirmed in Bat in Trinity Bay AreaPublic Advisory: Rabies Confirmed in Bat in Trinity Bay Area

Government of Newfoundland and Labrador

Newfoundland and LabradorJul 14, 2026Newfoundland and Labrador

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Two sentences: The Trinity-Conception RCMP are investigating mischief that damaged outdoor structures at Holy Redeemer Elementary School in Spaniard’s Bay, with damage occurring between July 10 and July 12.
The Newfoundland and Labrador Department of Forestry, Agriculture and Lands has confirmed a rabies case in a bat in the Trinity Bay area, the second such bat rabies detection in the province (the prior case was in Cartwright in 2004).

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Two sentences: The Trinity-Conception RCMP are investigating mischief that damaged outdoor structures at Holy Redeemer Elementary School in Spaniard’s Bay, with damage occurring between July 10 and July 12. They are seeking witnesses or anyone with surveillance footage to contact the RCMP at 709-596-5014.

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The Newfoundland and Labrador Department of Forestry, Agriculture and Lands has confirmed a rabies case in a bat in the Trinity Bay area, the second such bat rabies detection in the province (the prior case was in Cartwright in 2004). Officials say there is currently no elevated risk to public or animal health, but urge caution around bats and immediate…

Public Advisory: Rabies Confirmed in Bat in Trinity Bay AreaPublic Advisory: Rabies Confirmed in Bat in Trinity Bay Area

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