Arkansas Poultry Officials Say Avian Flu Found In Turkeys

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Arkansas poultry officials say a strain of avian flu has been detected in a commercial turkey flock in the northern part of the state and that steps were being taken to destroy the sick birds.

The Arkansas Livestock and Poultry Commission said Wednesday it was following federal protocols to ensure the affected birds did not enter the food supply. Tests will also be conducted to make sure the disease hasn't spread.

The virus is not known to cause disease in humans.

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