The company involved is located close to the border with France. A protection zone of 3 kilometers and a surveillance zone of 10 kilometers are established around the infected company. These zones are partly located on French territory. Within the 10 kilometer zone, all poultry farmers must shield their poultry. In the 3 kilometer zone, this obligation also applies to other birds.
Shielding obligation
Bird flu has regained intensity in recent weeks. With this contamination, outbreaks have already been identified this autumn at ten poultry farms and at two hobby farmers. In addition, many infections are found in wild birds. There are also numerous infections with bird flu in our neighboring countries. That is why Minister of Agriculture David Clarinval reintroduced the shielding obligation for poultry on October 23. This measure applies to all professional and registered hobby holders.
Report dead birds
The FASFC warns that dead or sick birds should not be touched. If you notice symptoms in your animals, contact a veterinarian. If you find a dead bird in nature, report it immediately via the free number 0800/99 777. The animal can then be collected and examined.