YAKIMA – The Washington State Department of Agriculture has confirmed that a backyard flock in Yakima County, Washington tested positive for the highly pathogenic avian influenza (bird flu) on June 7. This detection makes the tenth county to have confirmed domestic flocks with bird flu, with a total of 18 infected flocks statewide.
According to the WSDA, all infected flocks have had contact with wild waterfowl, which are known to transmit the virus without necessarily being affected by it.
“The virus continues to be present in all corners of our state,”State Veterinarian Dr. Amber Itle added.“It’s so important we remain vigilant.”
Dr. Itle has cautioned bird owners to withdraw from exhibitions or fairs until at least the end of June and has also requested that live bird markets discontinue sales temporarily.
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