Hantavirus is a danger, but is not epidemic. Go to this URL for information: http://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/preview/mmwrhtml/rr5109a1.htm Be sure to read down to the part about cleaning possible infestations, and how to prevent future occurrences. Roger Hightower 1975 31' Sovereign WBCCI 4165, VAC, TCT mailto: rwhigh@cox.net