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Grand Teton measles exposure prompts health alert for visitors
local-news2 days ago

Grand Teton measles exposure prompts health alert for visitors

Visitors to Grand Teton National Park on July 7 may have been exposed to measles at Colter Bay Convenience Store (9–11 a.m.) and Colter Bay Cabin Office (3 p.m.–midnight); exposure also occurred in nearby Teton County on July 5 at Smith’s Food and Drug (11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.) and Wendy’s (12:15–2:15 p.m.). Health officials urge monitoring for 21 days after potential exposure and to call ahead if symptoms develop; Wyoming confirmed a second measles case in Teton County.

via AOL.com|
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Wyoming measles case prompts exposure alerts near Grand Teton as summer crowds arrive
health11 days ago

Wyoming measles case prompts exposure alerts near Grand Teton as summer crowds arrive

Public health officials confirmed a measles case in an unvaccinated adult in Teton County, prompting exposure alerts for Grand Teton National Park and Jackson from June 17–25. They urge 21-day symptom monitoring and avoidance of crowded places, especially for the unvaccinated, as Wyoming records its second measles case in 2026 and vaccination rates and measles-elimination context are discussed.

via East Idaho News|
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Brain-Eating Amoeba Detected in Western National Park Hot Springs, Prompting Health Warnings
science2 months ago

Brain-Eating Amoeba Detected in Western National Park Hot Springs, Prompting Health Warnings

A new Outside study finds Naegleria fowleri, the brain-eating amoeba, in hot springs and thermally heated waters across western National Park Service sites including Yellowstone, Grand Teton, and Lake Mead Recreation Area. The amoeba was detected in 34% of samples, with some locations showing concentrations high enough to exceed public health limits. Infections are rare but typically fatal, occurring when the organism enters the nose and travels to the brain. As water warms with climate change, the amoeba’s range may expand, increasing exposure risk. Public health guidance emphasizes avoiding nasal exposure, using nose clips, keeping the head above water, and monitoring for symptoms. While not alarmist, authorities urge enhanced monitoring and awareness in thermally influenced recreational waters.

via Outside Magazine|
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Potential Rabies Exposure at Grand Teton National Park Due to Bat Colony
health11 months ago

Potential Rabies Exposure at Grand Teton National Park Due to Bat Colony

Health officials are alerting hundreds of visitors who stayed in bat-infested cabins at Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming, about potential rabies exposure after dead bats were found, though tests so far have been negative. The cabins have been closed since July, and authorities are recommending prophylactic treatment for those who may have been exposed, especially children and deep sleepers. No plans are in place to exterminate the bats, which are common in the area.

via CBS News|
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Over 200 potentially exposed to rabies at Grand Teton cabins due to bat colony
health11 months ago

Over 200 potentially exposed to rabies at Grand Teton cabins due to bat colony

Health officials are alerting hundreds of visitors who stayed in bat-infested cabins at Grand Teton National Park about potential rabies exposure, although no bats tested positive. The cabins have been closed since July, and authorities are recommending prophylactic treatment for those who may have been exposed, especially if bitten or scratched by bats. The risk remains uncertain due to the presence of multiple bat colonies, but no plans are in place to exterminate the bats.

via NBC News|
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Over 200 potentially exposed to rabies at Grand Teton cabins due to bat colony
health11 months ago

Over 200 potentially exposed to rabies at Grand Teton cabins due to bat colony

Health officials are alerting hundreds of visitors who stayed in bat-infested cabins at Grand Teton National Park about potential rabies exposure, although no bats tested positive. The cabins have been closed since July, and authorities are recommending prophylactic treatment for those who may have been exposed, especially if bitten or scratched by bats. The risk remains uncertain due to the presence of multiple bats, but no extermination plans are in place.

via CNN|
#bats#exposure#grand-teton-national-park
Army Veteran Injured in Grizzly Bear Encounter at Grand Teton
wildlife-incident2 years ago

Army Veteran Injured in Grizzly Bear Encounter at Grand Teton

Army veteran Shayne Patrick Burke was seriously injured by a mother grizzly bear protecting her cub at Grand Teton National Park. Despite his severe injuries, Burke, who was hiking and photographing wildlife, managed to survive by using bear spray. He expressed his respect for wildlife and requested that the bear not be killed. Park officials confirmed the bear will not be captured or killed.

via NBC News|
#army-veteran#bear-attack#grand-teton-national-park
Veteran Survives Grizzly Attack in Grand Teton National Park
wildlife2 years ago

Veteran Survives Grizzly Attack in Grand Teton National Park

A disabled Army combat veteran, Shayne Patrick Burke, survived a brutal attack by a mother grizzly bear while hiking in Wyoming's Grand Teton National Park. Despite suffering severe injuries, Burke managed to use bear spray to fend off the bear and called for help. He was rescued and is expected to make a full recovery. Burke holds no animosity towards the bear, understanding it was protecting its cub. Park officials confirmed the attack and stated the bear would not be captured or killed.

via New York Post |
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Grizzly Attack in Grand Teton Leaves Hiker Injured, Bear Spared
wildlife-incident2 years ago

Grizzly Attack in Grand Teton Leaves Hiker Injured, Bear Spared

A Massachusetts man was mauled by a grizzly bear in Grand Teton National Park but survived by playing dead. The bear, which bit into the man's can of bear repellent causing it to burst, fled the scene. Park officials decided not to pursue the bear, suspecting it was protecting a cub. The man was hospitalized but is expected to recover.

via CBS News|
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Grizzly Attack in Grand Teton Leaves Man Hospitalized
wildlife-incident2 years ago

Grizzly Attack in Grand Teton Leaves Man Hospitalized

A hiker in Grand Teton National Park was attacked by a grizzly bear but managed to escape after the bear accidentally bit into his can of pepper spray, causing it to burst and drive the bear away. The hiker, who played dead during the attack, was hospitalized but is expected to recover. Park officials decided not to capture or kill the bear, believing it was protecting its cub.

via The Associated Press|
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Astro-Tourism Thrives on Wyoming's Grand Teton National Park's Edge
travel-and-tourism2 years ago

Astro-Tourism Thrives on Wyoming's Grand Teton National Park's Edge

Wyoming Stargazing, a nonprofit organization, is offering private stargazing parties in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, near Grand Teton National Park. With a team of astrophysicists, they provide a unique experience for tourists, students, and corporations to enjoy the unpolluted night sky. The organization offers transportation, including curbside pickup, and caters to various events such as weddings and corporate gatherings. The stargazing tours include educational lessons on astrophysics, highlighting the vast distances in space measured in light years. Guests have the opportunity to observe stars like Vega, learn about the Hercules globular cluster, and contemplate the immense distances and age of the universe. Astro-tourism is growing in popularity, not only in Wyoming but also in other remote destinations worldwide.

via Cowboy State Daily|
#astro-tourism#astrophysics#grand-teton-national-park
Search underway for individuals accused of harassing bison calf at Grand Teton National Park
environment3 years ago

Search underway for individuals accused of harassing bison calf at Grand Teton National Park

Park rangers at Grand Teton National Park are searching for two individuals who were seen harassing a bison calf. The incident is under investigation, and officials have emphasized the importance of viewing wildlife safely and ethically. Approaching wildlife can drastically affect their well-being and survival, and often these interactions result in euthanizing the animal. Visitors are urged to treat all wildlife with caution and respect, as they are wild, unpredictable, and can be dangerous.

via CNN|
#bison-calf#environment#grand-teton-national-park