The public is advised not to handle bats or any other wild animals. Report dead bats or skunks on private properties or on roadways by calling Cook County Animal and Rabies Control at (708) 974-6140.

Animal control officials ask anyone who has been bitten by a bat or has had potential exposure to a bat to contact a medical provider. Residents are reminded to make sure pets are current on their rabies vaccinations and to keep dogs, cats and ferrets on a leash or supervised outdoors.

Visit Cook County Animal and Rabies Control for more information: cookcountyil.gov/service/rabies-prevention