State officials announced Friday that birds with the potentially fatal avian flu have been identified at two live markets in Hudson County, New Jersey. The Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) cases were found in three live bird markets across the state, with two in Hudson County and one in Mercer County. Samples were collected during routine inspections this week, with confirmatory testing currently underway.
While the risk of HPAI to the general public remains low and no infected poultry were sold to the public, the live bird markets are now under quarantine until they have been thoroughly cleaned and disinfected. The New Jersey Department of Agriculture is urging all poultry and bird owners to follow biosecurity recommendations to prevent the spread of the disease.
Individuals who have been in close, unprotected contact with infected birds are advised to self-monitor for symptoms for 10 days following their last exposure. The state also emphasizes the importance of taking precautionary measures to ensure the health of all bird flocks.
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