Bird Flu Outbreak Spreads in North America

Michigan Poultry Facility and Texas Egg Producer Report Infections

Updated: 11:16 AM PDT, April 24, 2024

Avian influenza, commonly known as bird flu, is causing outbreaks in poultry farms across North America. The highly contagious virus spreads primarily in birds, but can also infect humans. Domestic poultry, such as chickens, turkeys, and ducks, are vulnerable to infection from wild birds.

The current outbreaks have led to widespread devastation in the poultry industry, with millions of birds being culled to prevent the spread of the virus. In the United States, a poultry facility in Michigan and an egg producer in Texas recently reported outbreaks, highlighting the growing concern over bird flu transmission. Experts are urging poultry farmers and the public to take precautions to minimize the risk of infection and spread.