Bird Flu Outbreaks Confirmed in Multiple States

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture has confirmed a case of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI H5N1) in a commercial poultry flock in Burnett County, prompting the depopulation of affected birds to prevent disease spread. Meanwhile, Michigan reported a second bird flu outbreak within two weeks in Ottawa County, where 40 outbreaks have occurred this year, emphasizing the importance of biosecurity measures. In the UK, multiple outbreaks have emerged in Norfolk, leading to mandatory housing orders for all poultry to mitigate risks, as the government established protection and surveillance zones around the infected sites. The UK has seen a total of ten confirmed cases recently, with stringent measures enforced to prevent further spread. Although HPAI poses a low risk to public health, it has significantly impacted poultry populations, affecting over 125 million birds nationwide. The CDC has reported 65 human cases linked directly to infected birds, underscoring the ongoing threat posed by this virus.