DNR: 700+ dead deer in Washington, Waukesha Counties amid virus
A viral outbreak of Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease (EHD) has resulted in the deaths of over 700 deer across Washington and Waukesha counties in Wisconsin. Wildlife officials state that the disease, which is spread by midges, cannot be stopped and will likely persist until the first frost.
Why it matters
The outbreak highlights environmental health challenges and the impact of seasonal climate patterns on wildlife populations.
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources said it has received more than 700 dead deer reports in Washington and Waukesha Counties amid a viral outbreak that experts said cannot be stopped. According to a DNR news release sent in mid-August, Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease was detected in two dead deer near Richfield and West Bend in Washington County. "Many of the observations reported healthy-looking, dead deer in or near water on their properties," the news release said. Responding to questions from 12 News Tuesday, Wisconsin DNR said the agency is getting reports of EHD nearly every day.
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