Mad Bronto Disease
May 12, 29481 - [Global]
FRJK - Recently a herd of wild Brontos were intercepted while on their way to the Bronto Farm in Herder’s hole. The Brontos had become very aggressive and dangerous, attacking and trampling anything in their way. Fortunately the animals were destroyed before they could infect the domestic herd.
Scientists have studied the blood, acquired from the diseased animals, and found a parasite. This parasite attacks brain tissue, severing the synaptic relay between brain cells causing irreversible neurological damage. The disease process literally drives the animal mad. It is believed this same parasite could not effect human brain tissue the same way but if ingested could make the person very sick. Symptoms including but not limited to severe nausea and vomiting, fever, chills and in the most severe cases, paralysis and death.
In light of this new information inspections have been conducted at all domestic Bronto farms. There have been no reports of any contaminated meat or infected Brontos.
A warning has been issued by the Public health department. "It is advised not to approach any Brontos in the wild that are acting in any way unusual. Infected Brontos can become very aggressive and dangerous. It is also advised to cook any Bronto meat well. It is also suggested to only consume Bronto meat that has been inspected and approved for consumption."
The two major food chains, Mongol and Bronto Burger have issued a combined statement. "We would like to assure all our consumers that the meat used to make Bronto burgers and meat pies have passed vigorous inspection. It is still very safe to eat at our establishments without fear of any infection."
We will continue to follow this story and report any new developments.