- Date posted: 21st December 2020
APHA confirms three further avian flu cases in England
Three further cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza have been confirmed in England.
The APHA has confirmed three further cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza in England.
On Saturday (19 December) highly pathogenic (H5N1) avian influenza was identified in backyard chickens near Hawes, North Yorkshire.
Testing is underway to confirm whether this is also the same H5N1 strain that was previously found in wild birds. A 3km and 10km Temporary Control Zone and 10km Temporary Movement Restriction Zone have been declared around the premises.
Also on Saturday, a separate case of highly pathogenic (H5N8) avian influenza was confirmed in backyard poultry near Gillingham, Dorset. All birds on the premises will be humanely culled. A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone has been declared.
Finally, on Sunday (20 December) the APHA confirmed HPAI H5N8 on a commercial duck breeding premises near Attleborough, Norfolk. All poultry on the premises will be humanely culled. The 3km and 10km Temporary Control Zone has been revoked and replaced by a 3km Protection Zone and a 10km Surveillance Zone.
For more information on avian influenza, including the latest guidance, visit gov.uk