Bird flu detected in sheep for the first time in England
Bird flu detected in English sheep for first time
- Bird flu (H5N1) has been detected in a sheep in Yorkshire, marking the first such case in England.
- The infected sheep was culled, and the remaining flock tested negative for the virus.
- While the risk to livestock is considered low, authorities are urging that farmers remain vigilant and adhere to biosecurity measures.
- The bird flu viruses currently circulating around the world do not spread easily to people, but the general public should not touch any dead or sick wild birds they find.
- Consuming properly cooked poultry and poultry products, including eggs, is still considered safe.
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