• Aug 16, 2022UpdatedAug 16, 2022

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WALLA WALLA, Wash.-

Bird Flu was detected in Walla Walla County on Friday, August, 12th, bringing the total number of domestic flocks infected in Washington State to 31.

“We must stay vigilant and prepared to respond for the coming weeks, and potentially months,” said Dr. Amber Itle, Washington State Veterinarian.

Bird owners should continue to take precautions to protect their flocks.

Flock owners within 10km of a detection are in a surveillance zone and are encouraged to self-report the health of their flock.

Washington leads nation in backyard bird flu cases

TheWSDAreleased a newonline surveillance self-reporting tool that allows a veterinarian to make phone contact to discuss biosecurity, without having to make in-person contact.

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