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Florida Faces Chronic Wasting Disease Threat to Deer

10/19/2025

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Florida has reported its second case of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) in a white-tailed deer found in Holmes County.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is implementing emergency measures to contain CWD.
CWD has a 100% mortality rate and threatens deer populations.
Wildlife biologist Steven Shea warned that if CWD is not contained, it could severely impact deer hunting and management in North America.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission has established a special management zone and mandatory carcass checks for the upcoming hunting season.

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Story summary

Florida has reported its second case of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) in a white-tailed deer found in Holmes County.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is implementing emergency measures to contain CWD.
CWD has a 100% mortality rate and threatens deer populations.
Wildlife biologist Steven Shea warned that if CWD is not contained, it could severely impact deer hunting and management in North America.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission has established a special management zone and mandatory carcass checks for the upcoming hunting season.