From Fox News · Michael Sinkewicz · · 40s
Wisconsin bird flu outbreak prompts flock euthanasia
Wisconsin officials euthanize backyard poultry after detecting deadly bird flu.
In brief
Wisconsin officials euthanize backyard poultry after detecting deadly bird flu. Wisconsin confirmed a highly pathogenic avian influenza outbreak in a Rusk County backyard flock, leading to depopulation of infected birds to prevent spread. Originally reported by Fox News.
Wisconsin confirms bird flu outbreak
Wisconsin officials confirmed a highly contagious bird flu outbreak in a backyard poultry flock in Rusk County.
Infected flock depopulated
Officials euthanized all birds on the property to prevent spread of the disease.
HPAI spread risks
The virus spreads through contact with infected birds, wild birds, or contaminated equipment.
What it means
Wisconsin confirmed a highly pathogenic avian influenza outbreak in a Rusk County backyard flock, leading to depopulation of infected birds to prevent spread.
