Bird flu outbreak 'no risk to humans'
- There is no risk to human health from a bird flu outbreak in Angus, according to Scotland's Chief Veterinary Officer, Sheila Voas.
- A 3km protection zone and a 10km surveillance zone have been established in Angus after the H5N1 strain was detected in chickens.
- Restrictions have been put in place to stop the movement of poultry, carcasses, and eggs to prevent further spread of the disease.
- Food Standards Scotland states that avian influenzas pose a very low food safety risk for consumers.
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Scotland’s chief vet officer confirms bird flu outbreak in Angus
The announcement was made on the Scottish Government’s website on Friday evening.
Highly pathogenic bird flu outbreak in Angus (again)
The Scottish Government has confirmed an outbreak of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI, H5N1) near Kirriemuir, in Angus. The infected premises were declared at 20.15hrs last night (10 Jan 2025) at Over Ascreavie House, Kingoldrum, Kirriemuir, DD8 5HA. A 3km Protection Zone and a 10km Surveillance Zone around the infected premises is now in force, meaning various measures are now in place to restrict the spread of this highly contagious dis…
Protection zone set up after outbreak of bird flu in Angus
Read More Scottish government stresses that risk to public is low, as chief veterinary officer says it is first outbreak since 2023 A protection zone has been set up after an outbreak of bird flu in Angus, Scotland’s chief veterinary officer has said. On Friday night Sheila Voas said a 10km (6.8-mile) surveillance zone was…
Bird Flu Outbreak in Angus, Scotland: Chief Vet Officer Confirms H5N1 Case – Archyde
Archyde Bird Flu Outbreak Confirmed in Angus, Scotland: Key Facts and Precautions Table of Contents 1. Bird Flu Outbreak Confirmed in Angus, Scotland: Key Facts and Precautions 2. Immediate Actions to Contain the Outbreak 3. Past context and Recent Developments 4. Public Health Risk Remains Minimal 5. Guidance for Poultry Keepers 6. Looking Ahead: Monitoring and […] You can read the full story here: Bird Flu Outbreak in Angus, Scotland: Chief Ve…
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