Fremont Police Warn of Rabies After Dead Bat Tests Positive

Residents advised to avoid contact with bats and other animals that can carry the deadly virus.

Apr. 2, 2026 at 11:24pm

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A translucent, ghostly X-ray image revealing the skeletal structure of a bat with outstretched wings against a dark background, conceptually illustrating the hidden dangers of rabies.An X-ray view of a bat's skeletal structure serves as a haunting reminder of the deadly rabies virus that can lurk within these nocturnal creatures.Alameda Today

Fremont police are warning Bay Area residents to take precautions after a dead bat found at a home in the city's Glenmoor neighborhood tested positive for the deadly rabies virus. No known exposures to people or other animals have been identified, but authorities are going door-to-door to notify residents and advise them on how to prevent potential rabies transmission.

Why it matters

Rabies is a serious and nearly always fatal viral disease that attacks the brain and nervous system. Prompt treatment is critical for anyone who may have been exposed, making this a public health concern for the local community.

The details

On March 31, Alameda County workers responded to a home on Logan Avenue after a dead bat was discovered. Testing confirmed on April 1 that the animal had the rabies virus. Fremont police and Alameda County Vector Control are now going door-to-door in the area to warn residents and provide guidance on avoiding contact with bats and other animals that can carry rabies, such as skunks, foxes, coyotes, and raccoons.

  • On March 31, Alameda County workers responded to the home where the dead bat was found.
  • On April 1, testing confirmed the bat had the rabies virus.

The players

Fremont Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that issued the public warning about the rabies-positive bat.

Alameda County Vector Control

The agency charged with preventing animal-borne illness in humans, which is going door-to-door to notify residents.

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What’s next

Anyone who believes they touched or may have been bitten by the bat found on Logan Avenue should call the Alameda County Public Health Acute Communicable Disease Program at 510-267-3250 and immediately seek medical care. Anyone whose pet had contact with a bat in that area should call Fremont Animal Services at 510-790-6635 and contact their veterinarian right away.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the importance of being vigilant about avoiding contact with wild animals that may carry rabies, and the critical need for prompt medical treatment if potential exposure occurs. Residents should take steps to 'bat-proof' their homes and report any sick or dead animals to the proper authorities.