"Expanding Threat: Chronic Wasting Disease Spreads to Wyoming's New Deer Hunt Area"

Chronic wasting disease (CWD) has been confirmed in Wyoming's Deer Hunt Area 154, located in the Jackson Region. This area is surrounded by other hunt areas where CWD has previously been detected. The Wyoming Game and Fish Department advises hunters not to consume animals that are visibly ill or test positive for CWD. Continued monitoring of the disease is crucial for understanding its impact and implementing effective management strategies. CWD is 100% fatal to infected deer, elk, and moose. For more information on testing, transmission, and regulations, visit the Game and Fish website.