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Bird owners reminded to protect animals form bird flu

Chris

2/3/2025 10:28:54 AM

Nature

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Bird owners in North East Lincolnshire are being reminded to house birds of all varieties following the increased risk of bird flu across Britain.

 

An Avian Influenza Prevention Zone (AIPZ) was introduced across the country on Saturday, 25 January, following and increasing number of bird flu cases.

 

All keepers within North East Lincolnshire are reminded that stricter measures are in place in this area requiring birds to be housed, regardless of size or purpose. These measures mean owners must:

 

  • house all poultry and captive birds (except in specific circumstances e.g. zoo birds)

 

  • keep feed and bedding inside

 

  • cleanse and disinfect clothing, footwear, equipment and vehicles before and after contact with poultry and captive birds– if practical, use disposable protective clothing

 

  • reduce the movement of people, vehicles or equipment to and from areas where poultry and captive birds are kept, to minimise contamination from manure, slurry and other products

 

  • carry out effective vermin control in any areas where poultry and captive birds are kept

 

  • thoroughly cleanse and disinfect housing and concrete walkways on a continuous basis

 

  • keep fresh disinfectant at the right concentration at all farm and poultry housing entry and exit points

 

  • make your premises unattractive to wild birds (e.g. use bird scarers, foils or streamers)

 

The public are also being advised to report any signs of bird flu. To do so, visit Bird flu (avian influenza): how to spot and report it in poultry or other captive birds – GOV.UK- external site 

 

For further advice, watch the video here- external site .

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