Sublette County Public Health

06/23/2026

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06/19/2026

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06/19/2026

So many dads spend their lives being the dependable one for everyone around them, often forgetting they need care too. Taking time to check in on your own mental health is just as important as showing up for your family.

06/18/2026

Teton Interagency Fire managers have elevated the fire danger rating to “high” for Grand Teton National Park, the Bridger-Teton National Forest, and the National Elk Refuge.

While the landscape may still appear green, heavy dead and down timber and fuels are what drive fire activity. A high fire danger means wildfires can start easily and spread quickly. Fire managers consider things like fuel moisture (how dry grasses, shrubs, and trees are), forecasted temperatures and wind, how fast fires can grow, and whether firefighting resources are available nationwide.

What You Can Do
The safest option is to not build a fire at all. Dress warmly and use layers instead of relying on campfires for warmth.

If you choose to have a fire in areas where it's allowed:
• Never leave a campfire unattended.
• Have a shovel and water bucket on hand.
• Use several gallons of water to fully extinguish your campfire.
• Drown, stir, feel and repeat until the ashes are cold to the touch.
• Break up charred logs and cover all remains with dirt.

So far this year, 38 unattended campfires have been found in the Teton Interagency Fire area. If your fire sparks a wildfire, you can be held responsible for the cost of putting it out.

Fireworks Are Always Prohibited
As we approach the Independence Day holiday, a reminder: fireworks are strictly prohibited in Grand Teton National Park, the Bridger-Teton National Forest, and the National Elk Refuge. These regulations are essential to preventing wildfires during a time of heightened risk.

For the latest fire updates, safety tips, and current restrictions, visit TetonFires.com

To report smoke or a fire, call the Teton Interagency Fire Dispatch Center at 307-739-3630.

06/18/2026

06/12/2026

The University of Wyoming Extension has hosted a Wildfire Webinar Series. There are 6 pre-recorded videos on this link: https://wyoextension.org/wrir/wildfire-webinar/

Wildfire is part of Wyoming’s landscape.
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06/04/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Monique McBride
Phone: 307-777-2438


Rabies Makes Its Return to Wyoming

As summer approaches and temperatures rise, the Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) is warning residents about wild animals that may carry rabies. The most common carriers of rabies in our state are bats and skunks, but any mammal can be infected with rabies, including humans.

The first confirmed case of rabies for 2026 occurred in May in Sheridan County. A rabid bat was found in the backyard of a home in a downtown residential neighborhood. This highlights the need to stay alert outdoors, not just in the woods.

Humans and pets can become infected from bites and scratches of an animal with rabies. Rabies is not spread through the touch of an infected animal or its f***s or urine.

Bat bites are not always visible. Anyone who has direct contact with a bat or who wakes up with a bat in their room should immediately contact a doctor or public health provider for assessment.

There were six confirmed cases of rabies in Wyoming animals last year. “Rabies is a fatal but preventable disease,” says Dr. Emily Curren, a state public health veterinarian with the WDH. She advises, “Anyone with potential exposure to a rabid animal should wash the wound thoroughly with warm water and soap, and seek medical advice about the need for rabies post exposure prophylaxis (PEP) treatment.”

General Tips for preventing rabies:

Don’t touch or feed wild or stray animals.
Treat animal bites with soap and water and contact a medical professional immediately.
People waking to find a bat in their room or a child’s room should contact a medical professional immediately.
Vaccinate dogs, cats, ferrets, horses and other selected livestock for rabies and keep vaccinations up to date.
For more information about rabies exposure in Wyoming, please visit:

https://health.wyo.gov/publichealth/infectious-disease-epidemiology-unit/disease/rabies/



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Wyoming Department of Health


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The Infectious Disease Epidemiology Unit conducts surveillance for infectious diseases and investigates clusters and outbreaks.

06/02/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Monique McBride
Phone: 307-777-2438
The Wyoming Department of Health Reminds People to Prevent Mosquito Bites This Summer

Cheyenne, WY - June 1, 2026. The Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) is reminding residents to protect themselves from mosquito bites as we move into warmer months to prevent West Nile Virus (WNV) infection.

“Even if you don’t get bitten by mosquitoes often, one bite can still put you at risk of WNV infection,” said Courtney Tillman, Epidemiologist at the WDH. “It’s important that we all take steps to prevent mosquito bites and WNV infection.”

To protect yourself and your loved ones:

When spending time outdoors, use insect repellents approved by the Environmental Protection Agency that contain DEET, picaridin, Oil of Lemon Eucalyptus, or IR3535. Always follow label instructions.
Wear loose-fitting long-sleeved shirts and pants while outdoors.
Avoid outdoor activities during dawn and dusk, when mosquitoes that spread WNV are most active.
Use tightly fitted screens on windows to keep mosquitoes out.
Remove standing water around your home to prevent mosquitoes from breeding.
Use larvicides, such as Bacillus thuringiensis israelensis, in water that does not drain, including ornamental ponds and water features. Always follow product instructions.


Most people infected with WNV show no symptoms. Approximately one in five people will have mild symptoms, like fever, headache, and body aches. In rare cases, severe illness or death can occur, particularly in those over the age of 55 or with chronic health conditions.

Information from the WDH about WNV can be found at badskeeter.org.

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05/28/2026

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