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 found in CT backyard flock, officials say
State officials said H5N1, or bird flu, was detected in a backyard flock Wednesday in New London County. The flock was "depopulated," officials said.
Bird flu reported in New London County backyard flock
Bird flu was reported in Connecticut, according to the state Department of Agriculture and Department of Public Health.
Bird Flu Detected In New London County Backyard Flock, Officials Say
Cases of "Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza" were confirmed in a backyard flock of pet birds, according to a state agency.
Avian influenza confirmed in Puerto Rico
The virus was detected in a backyard flock in the U.S. territory, as well as in commercial poultry in Maryland and two Canadian provinces.
Bird flu detected in New London County backyard flock
State experts say that human risk for bird flu remains low and that there have so far been no human cases in Connecticut.
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It is the first wild bird to test positive in Northern Ireland since September 2023.
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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