Australia's first mass bird death from avian influenza

HRT (Hrvatska radiotelevizija)State / PublicCenter8 hr. ago

Australia has confirmed a mass die-off of seabirds caused by the H5N1 avian flu virus, with around 50 large shearwaters found dead along the coast south of Adelaide. The outbreak marks the first confirmed case of mass mortality linked to the virus, according to Agriculture Minister Julie Collins, who stated that the virus has now spread across multiple Australian states including Western Australia and Queensland. While there is currently no evidence of the virus spreading to farms, many have been closed to protect poultry flocks since the virus was first detected in June. Australia and New Zealand have prepared for the virus through measures such as stricter biosecurity on farms, testing coastal birds, and vaccinating vulnerable species. The H5N1 strain has killed hundreds of millions of birds and mammals globally, causing billions of dollars in losses for poultry farmers and contaminating beaches with bird and seal carcasses. Although the virus can infect humans who come into contact with infected animals, global cases remain low, and authorities say the risk to people is considered low.

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Index.hrIndependentCenter9 hr. ago

Australia has warned of the risk of spreading avian flu H5N1 after the first mass bird deaths among seabirds killed around 50 large shearwaters along the coast south of Adelaide. However, there is currently no evidence of the virus on Australian farms, many of which have been closed to protect poultry flocks since the virus was first detected in June. Minister for Agriculture Julie Collins said testing confirmed avian flu H5N1 in a group of 49 dead and 35 sick shearwaters found by helicopter surveillance on rocks near Cape Jaffa, 250 km from Adelaide, on Friday. 'Australians should expect greater spread and more affected wild animals,' she told reporters in Canberra, Australia's capital. The text continues below the ad. 'This is the first confirmed case of mass mortality. Once avian flu H5 spreads into the wild animal and natural environment, it is impossible to avoid significant losses, which is what we are now beginning to see,' she said. The virus has killed hundreds of millions of birds and mammals in recent years, causing billions of dollars in losses for poultry farmers, infected livestock in the United States, and covered beaches with bird and seal carcasses. Avian flu H5N1,

Bias read (Center): The article presents factual information about the outbreak of avian flu H5N1 in Australia, including quotes from officials and the impact of the virus on wildlife and agriculture. It does not show clear bias towards any particular political stance or ideology.