Plague — United States
A prairie dog found at Bobcat Ridge Natural Area is believed to have been infected with plague, prompting officials to urge residents to take caution.
The trail at the Fort Collins Natural Area remains open, but signs have been posted letting residents know about the animal and offering safety advice.
Aran Meyer, wildlife biologist, said officials do not want to cause people to panic but also want to make people aware. “It’s important to protect yourself,” said Meyer. “We need to find
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