The Animal & Plant Health Agency (APHA) reports that following the suspicion of highly pathogenic avian influenza, also known as bird flu, at a second premises near Watton, Mid Norfolk, Norfolk, 3km and 10km temporary control zones have been put in place pending further testing. The birds on the suspect premises will be humanely culled.
The APHA advises that all bird keepers should remain vigilant and follow stringent biosecurity measures to prevent future outbreaks. More information is available on GOV.UK.
Definitive requirements are set out in the published declarations for each disease control zone currently in force. More information is available on GOV.UK.
You can also check if specific areas are in a zone by using the following avian influenza interactive map.
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Further reading: Bird flu confirmed in commercial poultry in Norfolk
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