Nepal confirms outbreak of avian influenza on seven commercial farms.

On Tuesday (28), it was confirmed by World Organisation for Animal Health, one Avian influenza (H5N1) outbreak on seven commercial farms in Nepal.The cases were found in the provinces Koshi and BagmatiAccording to the report Avian Influenza Report of Hong Kong Health Protection Centre, in April 26 it was confirmed first case of H5N1 in Bagmati. The outbreak has affected different categories of Nepalese poultry production, with predominance over the raising laying hens. The following were also affected: production of broiler chickens and Giriraja breed poultryAccording to the inspections, the affected establishments presented several risk factors for the proliferation of diseases among birdsThe farms were located near rivers frequented by migratory birds, and there was a recurring presence of wild birds on the properties. The investigation is also looking into the possibility of the disease spreading through the circulation of vehicles, such as feed trucks. Nepalese authorities are conducting a series of… sanitary measures to contain the avian flu outbreakIn addition to culling contaminated animals, disinfection of facilities, quarantine, and movement control in restricted areas are also being carried out.

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