Map shows protection zones after bird flu outbreak is confirmed in Cornwall

Toby Codd

20 November 2024 at 3:38 am·2-min read

A 3km protection zone and a 10km surveillance zone have been put in place around the outbreak in Rosudgeon — -Credit: (Image: The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, and Animal and Plant Health Agency)

A map has been released showing a protection zone and a surveillance zone that have been put up after bird flu was found in Cornwall. The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) confirmed that all the poultry at the farm near Rosudgeon would be humanely culled.

A 3km protection zone and a 10km surveillance zone were announced after the outbreak was confirmed on Sunday, November 17. The protection zone covers Perranuthnoe, Goldsithney, Perran Downs and Cudden Point, while the surveillance zone stretches as far as Hayle, Newlyn, Porthleven and almost to St Ives.

In these zones, there are restrictions on moving birds, eggs and poultry products as well as spreading poultry litter or manure. People should also avoid disposing of bird carcasses without following professional instructions.

The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, and Animal and Plant Health Agency confirmed: "Highly Pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5N1 was confirmed in commercial poultry at a premises near Rosudgeon, St. Ives, Cornwall.

"A 3km protection zone and a 10km surveillance zone have been declared surrounding the premises. All poultry on the premises will be humanely culled."

Bird flu in poultry and other captive birds is commonly caused by contact with wild birds, faeces from infected birds, and dirty footwear, clothing or equipment. If you suspect bird flu, you or your vet must report it immediately to the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) even if the signs are mild.

Although the risk of transmission to humans and other animals "can be low", experts recommend people stay vigilant to avoid the spread of the disease.

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