3 FURTHER CASES OF AVIAN INFLUENZA CONFIRMED IN SUFFOLK & NORFOLK

Three further cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza (H5N1) have been confirmed. Please check GOV.UK: https://www.gov.uk/bird-flu for the latest information about the following cases:

Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 at a second premises near Bury St Edmunds, West Suffolk, Suffolk.
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 at a third premises near Attleborough, Breckland, Norfolk.
Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 at a fourth premises near Attleborough, Breckland, Norfolk.

All bird keepers should remain vigilant and follow stringent biosecurity measures to prevent future outbreaks. More information is available on GOV.UK: https://www.gov.uk/bird-flu

Definitive requirements are set out in the published declarations for each disease control zone currently in force. More information is available on GOV.UK: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/avian-influenza-bird-flu-cases-and-disease-control-zones-in-england.

You can also check if specific areas are in a zone by using the following interactive map: https://defra.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=8cb1883eda5547c6b91b5d5e6aeba90d