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The small business was closed by the veterinary authorities and the dead poultry were disposed of in an epidemic-safe manner. In addition, the farm will be cleaned and disinfected, the state of Upper Austria announced in a press release on Thursday.
Cases of the H5N1 type have been repeatedly detected in birds across Europe. The type of virus currently detected does not pose a threat to human health, the country said. The greatest risk of transmission to domestic poultry is through contact with wild birds.
Ducks and geese must be kept separately from other poultry
The whole of Austria is classified as an area with an increased risk of avian influenza. Ducks and geese must be kept separately from other poultry. Poultry should be protected from contact with wild birds by roofs or nets or the animals may only be fed and watered in the stable/shelter. The water may not be taken from surface water collection basins to which wild birds have access. Clothes and shoes must be changed before entering the stables. Any suspicion of the existence of an infection must be reported to the responsible district administrative authority, informed the veterinary authority.
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