Bird Flu Suspected In Poultry In North Alabama
March 15, 2017 | 1 min to read
State and federal officials are investigating suspected findings of bird flu in poultry in Jackson, Lauderdale and Madison counties in north Alabama.
Agriculture and Industries Commissioner John McMillan announced the findings of avian influenza this morning.
State Veterinarian Dr. Tony Frazier issued a "stop movement" order for certain poultry in Alabama. Officials are calling on poultry producers to take precautions to limit the chances of spreading the virus.
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