Plague — United States
What to look for: If you notice an unusual number of dead wild rodents in your area, contact El Paso County Public Health at 719-578-3199 and select the option for Environmental Health. Do not handle sick or dead animals.
What you can do: Because plague is regularly found among wild rodents in El Paso County, it is important to always follow these precautions:
– Do not feed or touch wild animals, such as prairie dogs, rabbits, chipmunks, squirrels, and other rodents.
– Do not touch sick
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