DoomsdaysCWRE: https://kolektiva.social/@DoomsdaysCW/114480082056462309
Another good website about #BirdFlu and other diseases.
RE: https://kolektiva.social/@DoomsdaysCW/114480197458560030
Bird Flu May Spread Through the Air, Study Finds
By: I. Edwards
Feb 20, 2025, 10:20 am
Key Takeaways
- Bird flu may spread through the air under specific weather conditions
- The virus likely traveled 5 miles from a duck farm to a chicken facility in the Czech Republic
- Experts say humans face low risk, but farms should consider air filtration to protect animals
There was also a recent incident of a domestic cat in #NewJersey with #HPAI. (I reported a dead seagull in #PortlandME last week).
Bird flu may be why over 1,000 geese died in NJ. How Pa., Del. are fighting back
Officials in New Jersey are reporting that over one thousand geese have died over the last few days raising new concerns over possible bird flu cases.
By Emily Rose Grassi • Published February 18, 2026 • Updated on February 19, 2026 at 7:00 pm
"Geese are reportedly dying in large numbers throughout the state of New Jersey causing a new concern over bird flu."
Read more:
https://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/local/bird-flu-sick-geese-new-jersey/6464556/
#MDACF - Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI)
Protect Your Flock: Be Vigilant with Biosecurity
"Flocks, backyard flocks and avian influenza current risk is at a high level.(#HPAI Update – February 13, 2026) Maine Animal Health officials have confirmed Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI – H5) in a non-commercial backyard flock in York County. While Maine’s commercial poultry remains unaffected, all bird owners are urged to review precautions and stay alert."
Source:
https://www.maine.gov/dacf/ahw/animal_health/hpai/index.shtml
Precautions for flock owners:
https://www.aphis.usda.gov/livestock-poultry-disease/avian/defend-the-flock
#HPAINews #BirdFlu #AvianInfluenza #Maine #H5 #BackyardFlocks
#Maine - Animal Health Officials Remind Owners to Protect Flocks from #HPAI
December 3, 2025 — "Maine Animal Health officials with the Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry are reminding commercial and backyard bird owners to take precautions to protect their flocks following the confirmation of Highly Pathogenic #AvianInfluenza (HPAI – #H5 strain) in one a non-commercial backyard flock in #PenobscotCounty, Maine.
"HPAI is a highly contagious avian influenza virus that spreads easily between birds through direct contact with infected birds, contaminated surfaces or equipment, and exposure to secretions from wild birds. The virus can also be carried on clothing, footwear, and tools used in bird care.
"While Maine’s commercial poultry operations remain unaffected, continued vigilance is essential to prevent further transmission to domestic birds.
Practical Measures to Protect Your Flock
"DACF recommends the following steps to reduce the risk of exposure:
- Prevent contact between domestic and wild birds by keeping birds indoors or ensuring outdoor enclosures are fully covered and secure.
- Practice strict biosecurity, including washing hands before and after handling birds, changing clothing and footwear between flocks, and limiting access to bird areas.
- Disinfect boots and gear when moving between coops or bird areas.
- Avoid sharing equipment or supplies between farms or flocks.
- Clean and disinfect tools and equipment between uses.
- Use well or municipal water for drinking water.
- Secure poultry feed to prevent access by wild birds and rodents.
- Limit unnecessary visits to other farms or locations with birds.
- Monitor flock health regularly and become familiar with HPAI warning signs.
Learn More and Report Concerns
For current Maine HPAI updates, FAQs, and prevention resources, visit:
maine.gov/dacf/hpai
To report sick poultry or unusual domestic bird deaths, call USDA's toll-free number at 1-866-536-7593.
To report a dead or unusual-acting wild bird, contact the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife: 207-287-8000 (business hours), 800-452-4664 (after hours, evenings, and weekends)."
FMI:
https://www.maine.gov/dacf/ahw/animal_health/hpai/
#HPAINews #BirdFlu #AvianInfluenza #H1N5 #BirdFluNews #BirdFluIsntOver #AnimalHealth #BackyardFlocks
@ai6yr Archived link:
https://archive.ph/02WsV
@Rolandelli Tagging for #HPAINews. TY!
Just came across this from the #Flutrackers website...
Happy Turkey Day...NOT!
04-Nov-25, Michigan, Ottawa County, Commercial Turkey Meat Bird, Active cases: 74,400
APHIS website:
https://www.aphis.usda.gov/livestock-poultry-disease/avian/avian-influenza/hpai-detections/commercial-backyard-flocks
#Turkeys #HPAINews #BirdFlu #AvianInfluenza #HPAI #Thanksgiving
