An outbreak of bird flu has been discovered on a farm in South Cheshire.
The case was confirmed at a commercial poultry farm in Warmingham, near Sandbach.
A 3 km long protection zone and a 10 km long surveillance zone have now been set up around the outbreak area.
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This means animal health officials are patrolling to ensure no birds are moving in or out of the zone. However, the restrictions do not apply to passenger transport.
In a statement today, Cheshire East Council said it was taking “immediate action” to inform local residents and landowners.
The statement added: “The UK Health Safety Authority (UKHSA) has confirmed that the public health risk is very low and the Food Standards Agency has stated that avian flu poses a very low food safety risk to UK consumers and the Eating poultry or eggs.
“Bird keepers should be alert for signs of disease, report suspected disease immediately and ensure they maintain good biosecurity on their premises.
“Residents are reminded not to touch or pick up any dead or visibly sick birds they find.”
Anyone who comes across dead waterfowl – such as swans, geese or ducks – or other dead wild birds should report them to Defra on 03459 335577.
For more guidance if you have any suspicions and what to do to prevent this, visit Avian.
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