A popular state park in Maryland is now partially closed after two recent attacks by rabid beavers.The first beaver attack at Cunningham Falls State Park in Frederick County, Maryland, by the town of Thurmont, involved a 13-year-old swimmer on July 26.The teenage boy, who had injuries to his hands and chest, was airlifted to Johns Hopkins Hospital, according to WJLA in Washington, D.C.BISON VICTIM SPEAKS OUT AFTER WILD ATTACK: 'THEY MOVE FASTER THAN YOU COULD EVER IMAGINE'Following the attack, the beaver was euthanized.It tested positive for rabies the following day, a press release from the Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) noted.Swimming access to Hunting Creek Lake at the park was closed soon afterward.Two teenagers were recently attacked by rabid beavers in Cunningham Falls State Park (pictured here) in Frederick County, Maryland. (iStock)The more recent incident took place on August 5, when a 19-year-old fisherman was bitten in the ankle by a beaver.
The young man took himself to Meritus Medical Center in Hagerstown for examination.He received treatment and a tetanus shot.This beaver was subsequently euthanized and tested positive for rabies.ELITE ROCK CLIMBER'S CAUSE OF DEATH REVEALED AFTER HORRIFIC ACCIDENT AT NATIONAL PARKThe incidents have prompted partial park closures. "Currently at Cunningham Falls State Park, day-use areas around Hunting Creek Lake will remain closed until wildlife experts and park management determine it is safe to reopen them to the public," Joe Zimmermann, public information officer for the Maryland Department of Natural Resources, told Fox News Digital. Other areas of Cunningham Falls State Park remain open for camping and hiking.Doctors who were interviewed said beavers typically avoid people.
But the virus affects their brains and can cause them to lose fear — and attack.(iStock)"Maryland Department of Natural Resources staff, including wildlife specialists and park staff, are working to ensure the safety of ...