The first case of RHV2 was confirmed in eastern Tennessee. Later information clarified that the case was located in Blount County. This case involved two domesticated rabbits at one location, no other rabbits were housed at the property. At this time, there is no additional information on the source of the virus at this site.
You can read the full press release from TN Department of Agriculture here.
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