Epizootic hemorrhagic disease has been a recurring problem for Michigan’s deer population in the late summer and early fall. So far in 2026, the disease has been reported in 12 counties across Michigan, including Lapeer and Saginaw counties.
The viral disease is spread by biting midges and can cause death in deer populations exposed. The disease has not been reported in Huron County as of Oct. 13.
Brent Rudolph, deer, elk and moose management specialist for the DNR Wildlife Division, explained the risk for Michigan deer populations…