Rabid bat catches in woman’s hair in Olympic National Park

By: Mallory Kruml

Outlets: Port Townsend Leader

Published: August 19, 2026

Words: 378

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 1 day ago

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A rabid bat was found at Olympic National Park near Staircase Bridge on Aug. 9.

“At approximately 2 p.m., the bat swooped down onto an unidentified woman and was temporarily caught in her hair,” the National Park Service wrote in a press release. “The individual is at risk for rabies and should seek healthcare immediately.”

The NPS reported that the bat also swooped at other visitors in the area, but it is unknown whether other …

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