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Galveston officials urge visitors to stop feeding raccoons along Seawall after seven reported bites
Summary by The Galveston Editorial Desk · As published by Houston Public Media
· August 7, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway For more information on the situation and the city's response, visitors can consult Houston Public Media, which has reported on the issue.
Galveston officials are warning visitors about interacting with raccoons along the Seawall. The warning comes after several incidents involving the animals. There have been seven reported bites, prompting officials to take action.
They are urging people to stop feeding the raccoons, likely in an effort to prevent further incidents. For more information on the situation and the city's response, visitors can consult Houston Public Media, which has reported on the issue. Further details are available from this source.
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Category: local ·
Published: August 7, 2026 ·
Source: Houston Public Media ·
Reading time: 1 min
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