Moose euthanized at airports in Alaska and Connecticut due to safety concerns.

The first case of a rabid moose in Alaska was confirmed by the state's Department of Fish and Game. The moose was killed after it was seen wandering through the community of Teller and charging towards people. The animal was confirmed to have tested positive for rabies, and officials believe it was most likely bitten by a fox with the virus. The department advises wearing protective gloves, washing hands and equipment after handling wild game, and cooking wild game to an internal temperature of 165 degrees. Fish and Game will begin testing all wild mammals found dead or euthanized for the rabies virus.