Unusually high number of deer deaths in SE Wisconsin

Hunters in Washington County, Wisconsin face a potential collapse of their local deer herd as reports confirm an outbreak of hemorrhagic disease. The disease, identified as epizootic hemorrhagic disease (EHD), has been linked to a surge in deer mortality across the region. While TMJ4 highlights the threat to the herd, Missouri and Virginia agencies are also tracking cases, leaving the full scope of the Wisconsin outbreak unclear.

State wildlife officials are urging the public to report any sick or dead deer, but data on infection rates in SE Wisconsin remain sparse. The lingering questions include how quickly the disease is spreading and which mitigation steps could protect the herd. Ongoing monitoring by local departments and citizen observations will shape the response as the situation evolves.