Avian influenza confirmed in Wayne County backyard flock
Wayne County has its first confirmed case of the highly pathogenic avian influenza, state officials reported Friday. The "bird flu" virus was first detected in Michigan in 2022; and has been the focus of attention in recent weeks both in the state and across the country.
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza H5N1 detected in New London County backyard flock
The Connecticut Department of Agriculture confirmed the presence of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza H5N1, commonly known as bird flu, in a flock of chickens, ducks and peacocks on Jan. 15. These birds were family pets and had been in close contact with wild waterfowl from a nearby pond, according to the release.
CT officials: Highly pathogenic avian flu confirmed in backyard flock in state
A highly pathogenic avian flu has been confirmed in backyard flock in the state, according to the Connecticut Department of Agriculture. The department said the (HPAI) H5N1, or bird flu, was confirmed in a backyard flock located in New London County on Wednesday, January 15, 2025.
Highly contagious avian flu found in 3 Canada geese, health unit warns
Three Canada geese that were recently found dead in London and Strathroy tested positive for a highly contagious strain of the virus this winter, officials with the Middlesex-London Health Unit announced,
Is the highly pathogenic avian influenza a threat to pets?
The American Veterinary Medical Association has issued recommendations for keeping pets and backyard flocks safe from highly pathogenic avian influenza, and the recommendations are also a useful guide for humans.
Bird flu detected in Wayne County flock for first time, location under quarantine
In addition to the isolation measures, birds were killed to prevent the highly-contagious virus from spreading, officials said.
First outbreak of H5N1 bird flu identified in Wayne County backyard flock
"The affected premises is currently under quarantine, and the birds were depopulated to prevent disease spread," MDARD said in a statement issued Thursday afternoon.Start the day smarter. Get all the news you need in your inbox each morning.
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