The Norwegian Veterinary Institute has detected highly pathogenic avian flu in chickens in the municipality of Kvinnherad in Fylke Vestland.
The birds were examined after five of the farm's eight hens died within a week and a half. When the three surviving birds were sampled, two of the three hens were wheezing. One had a clearly deteriorated general condition, secretions from the eyes and respiratory tract, and difficulties in breathing were observed. For animal welfare reasons, the surviving hens were euthanized on the same day.
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Avian flu can cause great suffering to infected birds
Highly pathogenic avian flu can cause great suffering to infected birds. The disease is usually very fatal to birds. The outbreaks in Kristiansund and Kvinnherad highlight the importance of infection control. In both cases, the disease affected chickens that roam freely in areas that are also accessible to wild birds. Viruses can be transmitted from wild birds to domestic birds through indirect contact, such as when domestic birds come into contact with the feces of infected wild birds. Sources of food and water should be located in places inaccessible to wild birds.
In rare cases, mammals can also become infected with the bird flu virus. The risk of human infection is considered very low. Everyone is asked not to touch sick or dead birds. Keep dogs and cats away from sick and dead birds. Report to the Norwegian Food Safety Authority, if you suspect avian flu in birds or other animals.
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Source: regjeringen
