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Hindustan Times
12-07-2025
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Bird flu confirmed in Odisha's Puri district; over 6000 chickens to be culled
Over 6,000 chickens would be culled after the National Institute for High Security Animal Diseases, Bhopal, confirmed the presence of H5N1 avian influenza virus in samples taken from the infected poultry in Odisha's Puri district on Saturday, officials said. Avian influenza A virus subtype H5N1 Influenza A(H5N1) is the most common cause of bird flu in humans. (Representational image) Dr. Somnath Das, the Block Veterinary Officer of Delang in Puri said, over 6,000 chickens would be culled and buried in Bada Ankula village, the epicentre of the infection. 'Since the last two weeks, there have been reports of thousands of chickens dying in poultry firms in the district. We had sent samples of other birds to the National Institute for High Security Animal Diseases which confirmed that the chickens are infected with H5N1 virus. To contain the spread of the virus, bird culling will be carried out within a 1-kilometre radius of the epicentre. Additionally, a 10-kilometre radius will be under surveillance from the culling centre,' he said. As a precautionary measure, all poultry shops within 10 kilometres of the affected area will be closed. The authorities are taking these steps to prevent further spread of the virus and contain the outbreak. Five Rapid Response Teams (RRTs) have been deployed to conduct surveys and raise awareness among poultry owners and sellers. The teams are expected to assist in enforcement and ensure all guidelines are followed in the high-risk zone. In February this year, an outbreak of bird flu or avian influenza was reported from Pipili area of Puri prompting the authorities to cull more than 11,700 chickens after detecting the H5N1 strain of avian influenza. Avian influenza, commonly called 'bird flu,' is a viral infection that spreads in birds but can sometimes spread to humans. Avian influenza A virus subtype H5N1 Influenza A(H5N1) is the most common cause of bird flu in humans. However, recently, bird flu in humans has been found due to H7N7 and H7N9 strains of the influenza.
Hindustan Times
10-07-2025
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Thousands of poultry deaths reported in Odisha district amid fears of bird flu
Five months after bird flu cases were reported in several poultry farms in Odisha's coastal Puri district, the region is once again witnessing concern, with over 500 poultry deaths recently reported and claims suggesting more than 5,000 bird deaths over the past week. A worker feeds chickens at a poultry farm. (PTI) Veterinary department officials in Puri said over the past several days, several poultry farms in the district have reported an unusual number of deaths amid concerns of a bird flu outbreak. 'The deaths have been reported mostly from several villages of Delang area. Though poultry farm owners claim the deaths to be due to avian influenza, we are yet to get a confirmation. We have sent samples of chicken droppings and blood to the National Institute of High-Security Animal Disease, Bhopal for confirmation,' Puri district chief veterinary officer Dr Sarat Kumar Behera. Officials said thousands of chicken deaths have been reported in villages like Amula, Sishuapada, Gediput, Matiapada, Beguniapada, Singhabrahmapur, Tinpur and Gadmotata of Delang block. District Chicken Farmers Development Forum advisor Ashok Pradhan said the government should provide assistance to the affected chicken farmers. In February this year, an outbreak of bird flu or avian influenza was reported from Pipili area of Puri prompting the authorities to cull more than 11,700 chickens after detecting the H5N1 strain of avian influenza. Avian influenza, commonly called 'bird flu', is a viral infection that spreads in birds but can sometimes spread to humans. Avian influenza A virus subtype H5N1 Influenza A(H5N1) is the most common cause of bird flu in humans. However, recently, bird flu in humans has been found due to H7N7 and H7N9 strains of the influenza.
Powys County Times
25-06-2025
- Health
- Powys County Times
Bird flu zone in Powys after case confirmed in Wales
A bird flu surveillance zone has been set up to cover part of Powys after a case of the disease was confirmed at a farm in Wales. "Highly pathogenic" bird flu has been confirmed at a commercial poultry premises in Glyn Ceiriog, according to the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA). Defra also confirmed that 3km and 10km bird flu surveillance zones have been put in place around the premises, with the larger area covering the very northernmost part of Powys. Llanrhaeadr-ym-Mochnant is among the villages that fall within the zone. The confirmation of the presence of the H5N1strain of the virus has prompted immediate action from animal health authorities. Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a premises near Glyn Ceiriog, Wrexham. All bird keepers should remain vigilant & follow stringent biosecurity measures to prevent future outbreaks. See for info. #BirdFlu — APHA (@APHAgovuk) June 24, 2025 All poultry on the premises will be humanely culled, DEFRA said. Bird flu, or avian flu, is an infectious type of influenza that spreads among birds. In rare cases, it can affect humans. There are lots of different strains of bird flu virus. Most of them don't infect humans. The NHS website states there are four strains that have caused public health "concern" in recent years: H5N1 (since 1997) H7N9 (since 2013) H5N6 (since 2014) H5N8 (since 2016) Although H5N1, H7N9 and H5N6 don't infect people easily and aren't usually spread from human to human, several people have been infected around the world, leading to a number of deaths.
Leader Live
25-06-2025
- Health
- Leader Live
Bird flu confirmed at Wrexham poultry premises, DEFRA says
The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA) said yesterday (Tuesday, June 24) the case has been confirmed at a premises near Glyn Ceiriog, and revealed 3km and 10km bird flu surveillance zones. The confirmation of the presence of the H5N1strain of the virus has prompted immediate action from animal health authorities. Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a premises near Glyn Ceiriog, Wrexham. All bird keepers should remain vigilant & follow stringent biosecurity measures to prevent future outbreaks. See for info. #BirdFlu All poultry on the premises will be humanely culled, DEFRA said. (Image: DEFRA) Bird flu, or avian flu, is an infectious type of influenza that spreads among birds. In rare cases, it can affect humans. Read more There are lots of different strains of bird flu virus. Most of them don't infect humans. The NHS website states there are four strains that have caused public health "concern" in recent years: Although H5N1, H7N9 and H5N6 don't infect people easily and aren't usually spread from human to human, several people have been infected around the world, leading to a number of deaths.
Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Peregrine found dead amid new case of bird flu
A PEREGRINE falcon has been found dead in Christchurch amid an new outbreak of bird flu. The female bird of prey was found at the Priory having only laid eggs in the nest three weeks earlier. The Priory said: 'Sad news today - we're very sorry to have to let you know that our female peregrine has died. 'Members of the Priory staff team are in touch with the appropriate authorities. 'To anticipate the questions, nothing is known at present,' and added any information will be shared once known. Dorset Police said it is not investigating the death. It's not known whether bird flu is what caused the death of the peregrine. Meanwhile, it's understood two swans and a cygnet were also found dead in Mudeford last week. A BCP Council spokesman said: 'We are aware of a recent confirmed case of avian flu in a dead wild bird found in the BCP area. 'The risk of avian flu passing from infected dead birds to humans is low. 'Residents are advised not to touch dead wild birds and to report any dead wild birds to the DEFRA helpline on 03459 33 55 77 or by visiting .' Residents should let the Defra helpline know if they find a single bird of prey, including owls, or three or more dead wild waterfowl (swans, geese or ducks) or gulls. They should also contact Defra if five or more dead birds of any other species are spotted. Defra remains tight-lipped about whether bird flu has been noted in the area, saying it is unable to comment on any testing or reports of bird flu. The Animal and Plant Health Agency, part of Defra, carries out year-round surveillance of dead wild birds submitted via public reports and warden patrols as part of its wild bird surveillance programme. The RSPCA has not had any reports of dead swans or peregrines in Christchurch. The RSPB has been approached for a comment but did not respond. Last month, a confirmed case of bird flu was found at Longham Lakes. Bird flu, also known as avian flu is a virus that has been around for a number of years in the UK. It is an infectious type of influenza that spreads among birds and in rare cases, it can affect humans. There are many different types of bird flu viruses and many of them don't infect humans. However, there are four strains that have caused concern in recent years. The NHS says although H5N1, H7N9 and H5N6 don't easily infect people and aren't usually spread by human contact, there have been several people infected around the world, resulting in a number of deaths.
