Dead geese near area lakes test positive for avian influenza

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Dead geese near area lakes test positive for avian influenza

NOBLES COUNTY — Area residents may have noticed a higher-than-normal number of dead geese near lakes and/or bodies of water in Nobles County and beyond these past few weeks. In a press release issued Friday, Nobles County Emergency Management Director Tawn Hall announced a confirmed case of avian influenza in at least one goose in Nobles County. Approximately two weeks ago, neighboring Murray County had an immense number of dead birds found ne…

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MDC encourages public to use caution amid suspected avian influenza outbreak

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — The Missouri Department of Conservation is monitoring reports of sick and dead waterfowl, such as geese and ducks, across the state. The agency is actively collecting birds to determine the cause of illness but suspects highly…

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All clear from the Ministry of Agriculture: There is no widespread infection. However, care should be taken when handling dead birds.