A case of Avian Influenza H5N1 has been confirmed in a small backyard flock located near Chirk, Wrexham on the 1st of November. A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Restriction Zone are in place around the site where the confirmed cases were found.
For further information regarding the location and measures imposed by the Protection and Restriction zone, please follow the link below where a Declaration and an Interactive Map can be used:
https://gov.wales/avian-influenza-bird-flu-latest-update
The Welsh Government has since declared an all-Wales Avian Influenza Prevention Zone.
The all-Wales Avian Influenza Prevention Zone urges all bird keepers to maintain high levels of biosecurity.
Clinical signs of bird flu include a swollen head, blue discolouration of the neck and throat, loss of appetite, respiratory distress and diarrhoea amongst other symptoms.
If you suspect a case of Bird flu contact the local Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) office immediately on 0300 303 8268.
For further information on the measures and restrictions imposed by the all-Wales Avian Influenza Prevention Zone, please follow the link below: