BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Natural Resources confirms that Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease is spreading in white-tailed deer statewide. The virus is often fatal to deer and is spread through the bites of tiny flying midges. While the disease poses no threat to humans, DNR advises hunters not to eat deer that have large, open sores. EHD is common throughout the […]
BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is warning drivers to pay attention to their surroundings and watch out for deer during their mating season. The mating season for white-tailed deer begins in mid-October and lasts throughout November and early December, according to the department. During this time, deer often travel across roads at unpredictable times of day in search […]
PARKVILLE, MD—Firefighters sprung into action over the weekend after two fawns got stuck outside of a local residence. On Sunday afternoon, the Baltimore County Fire Department’s Engine 10 out of Parkville station responded when two fawns became stuck in a deck railing. With a bit of teamwork and care, they were able to free both fawns. The deer then headed […]
BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration is reminding motorists to use extra caution during the autumn months. With milder temperatures, motorists should expect to see more pedestrians and bicyclists along the roadways. White-tailed deer mating season, falling leaves, and less visibility with later sunrises and early sunsets are among some of the seasonal factors that challenge highway […]