Public Health Warning
Summary
Watch out, Beaumont! Two bats have tested positive for rabies, so Animal Care is urging everyone to be cautious around stray animals. Make sure your furry friends are vaccinated to keep them safe!
At a glance
- Total mentions
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- Last 30 days
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Last discussed Apr 21, 2026.
Impact analysis
Funded by the City's opioid settlement funds.
Residents and city employees will benefit from improved access to mental health services and support.
The property owner, if they fail to comply and incur additional costs.
Mentions & discussions (23)
Beaumont Public Health to Reopen Friday
Beaumont Public Health to Reopen Friday City of Beaumont, Texas (.gov)
Several Port Arthur restaurants temporarily closed after inspections
The Port Arthur Public Health Department's facility is shown. Photo made Friday, March 1, 2024 Kim Brent/Beaumont EnterpriseKim BrentRecent restaurant inspection reports from the Port Arthur Health Department...
Extreme heat in Texas is expected to last into next week
Extreme heat risk is set for much of Texas for next week.National Weather ServiceExtreme heat is expected to continue through the middle of next week for much of Texas. Well above average temperatures will cont...
Extreme heat will persist into late August for much of the Southern U.S.
Extreme heat risk and chances of drought are expected to increase in the coming weeks according to the NOAA Climate Prediction Center.NOAA Climate Prediction CenterParts of the southern United States can...
City of Beaumont warns of scammers impersonating officials in emails
Beaumont warns residents of scammers impersonating city officials via email, urging people to avoid sending wire transfers and report suspicious messages.
City of Beaumont warns of scammers impersonating officials in emails
City of Beaumont warns of scammers impersonating officials in emails 12newsnow.com
Texas-produced eggs recalled over salmonella concerns
Flyer posted by the city of Port Arthur on their Facebook.Courtesy of city of Port ArthurThe Port Arthur Health Department said it is working with the Texas Department of State Health Services to alert...
Beaumont health department extends certain August hours for school immunizations
Beaumont Public HealthTessa NobleThe Beaumont Public Health Department will offer extended hours during August for its back-to-school immunization clinic.While Clinical Health Services is normally open from 8...
Sweltering heat wave grips central and southern US for a second straight day
A scorching heat wave continues across the central and southern United States, leaving tens of millions under extreme heat warnings.
2026 already has more US measles cases than any year since 1991
Although considered eliminated since 2000, the United States could lose its elimination status for the virus this year.
Measles cases hit another record: What families should know
Confirmed measles cases in the U.S. have exceeded last year's count setting a new record for the second consecutive year. Natalya Maisheva/Getty ImagesMeasles outbreaks in the United States are higher than...
West Nile virus found in Jefferson County mosquitoes
Shown in this photo is an example of a full ditch that can become mosquito breeding grounds if not drained properly. You can call the city to have them dug out or cleared. Amy Moore/The EnterpriseAmy MooreThe...
Beaumont City Council to discuss potential TCEQ violations in closed session
Beaumont City Council meets to discuss potential Texas environmental violations after sewage entered the city's drinking water system, as cited by TCEQ.
TCEQ cites Beaumont after sewage was pumped into drinking water system
Texas regulators cited Beaumont after sewage contaminated a section of its drinking water system, affecting prisons the county jail and industrial sites.
TCEQ cites Beaumont after sewage was pumped into drinking water system
TCEQ cites Beaumont after sewage was pumped into drinking water system 12newsnow.com
Beaumont says contractor mistake caused south boil water notice
Beaumont City HallTessa NobleCity officials said a contractor not working for Beaumont connected a sewer line to a water line, prompting the boil water notice for south Beaumont last month.Article continues...
CDC monitors parasite outbreak that has sickened at least 300 people across 18 states
The CDC said it has received 145 reports of cyclosporiasis, a microscopic parasite linked to contaminated food or water. Michigan is reporting another 170 cases.
City of Beaumont Rescinds Boil Water Notice of Affected South Beaumont Area
City of Beaumont Rescinds Boil Water Notice of Affected South Beaumont Area City of Beaumont (TX) (.gov)
Beaumont lifts boil water notice for southern part of city
Beaumont lifts boil water notice for southern part of city Beaumont Enterprise
Boil Water Notice for Community Public Water Systems
Boil Water Notice for Community Public Water Systems City of Beaumont (TX) (.gov)
City Council Meeting - Apr 21, 2026
Beaumont will receive its portion of a settlement from opioid distributors, providing funds that can be used to address the impacts of the opioid crisis.
City Council Meeting - Apr 7, 2026
An agreement with Care Solace was approved to provide mental health care coordination services, utilizing opioid settlement funds. This aims to improve access to mental health resources for residents and employees.
City Council Meeting - Feb 3, 2026
The council addressed a public health nuisance at a property on Pinchback Road, ordering the owner to fix issues like overflowing sewers and stagnant water within 10 days or face city action.
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