"The bird was found amongst a flock of dead swans on private land at Loughaderry Lake near Castlemartyr on Thursday. The Department of Agriculture has confirmed the case through the Central Veterinary Research Laboratory. It added that 'an increased number of deaths in swans have been reported' at this location."
"Since the start of this year, HPAI has been confirmed amongst 69 wild birds. The Department has said contact with wild birds and environmental contamination remain major risks for the spread of HPAI. A housing order for all poultry and captive birds in Ireland remains in place."
"While HPAI poses little risk to humans, the Department have advised the public not to touch sick or dead wild birds, bird feathers or droppings, avoid contact with surfaces contaminated with wild bird droppings and maintain good hand hygiene practices."
A dead swan found at Loughaderry Lake near Castlemartyr tested positive for highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), confirmed by the Central Veterinary Research Laboratory. An increased number of swan deaths have been reported at this location, and all swans in the flock will undergo testing. This case brings the total confirmed HPAI cases among wild birds to 69 since the start of the year. Contact with wild birds and environmental contamination remain significant transmission risks. A housing order for all poultry and captive birds remains in effect across Ireland. The Department advises the public to avoid touching sick or dead wild birds, maintain hygiene practices, and keep pets leashed in affected areas.
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