South Dakota Deer Disease Outbreak | Pierre News

South Dakota’s deer population is under siege from a spreading hemorrhagic disease, prompting wildlife officials to urgently ask hunters and landowners to report any sick or dead deer. The outbreak has already led to the cancellation of 62 licenses in two hard-hit units, with hunters in those areas eligible for refunds and preference point returns. Caused by viruses carried by biting midges—think mosquito-sized pests—the disease causes severe illness in some deer, especially during warm weather. Officials are hopeful for a natural cooldown as frost kills off the insect vectors, but for now, eyes on the ground are critical to contain the spread. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/461d5478e8304e2c