
Wisconsin EHD outbreak reaches 2,305 deer, setting new state record
Epizootic hemorrhagic disease has killed at least 2,305 white-tailed deer in eight southeastern Wisconsin counties, marking the largest outbreak in state history. The virus, spread by midges, also affected dairy heifers and captive deer. While the disease poses no risk to humans, it causes rapid death in hooved animals. The outbreak is expected to end after the first hard frost, which kills the insect vectors. The Department of Natural Resources is not reducing hunting tags despite the high mortality rates.










