PONTIAC, Mich. – Another case of animal rabies has been confirmed in a skunk, according to Oakland County Health officials. Oakland County Health Division reports a confirmed animal rabies case in a skunk removed from West Bloomfield, north of West 14 Mile Road, south of West Maple Road between Orchard Lake and Middlebelt Roads. "The best protection is to avoid contact with stray, wild, and dead animals. If you or your household pet are exposed to any wild animal or an animal unknown to you, wash the affected area thoroughly with soap and water. Keep garbage securely covered, as these items may attract wild or stray animals.