UHD outbreak in hunt area 8A?

A friend who lives in Elk River has told me that he is hearing about an outbreak of bluetongue (more properly called EHD) in the area. Have there been any reports of this? I am concerned, especially with the opener coming so soon.
Answer: 
Yes, we have a blue tongue or EHD outbreak in the Clearwater Region that will last until the first heavy frosts.  You can read more about it on our website at: http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/media/viewNewsRelease.cfm?newsID=7890 
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Thursday, October 8, 2015 - 9:39 AM MDT