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Bird flu spreads to mammals in six Texas counties

by LAWIN.news April 16, 2025
written by LAWIN.news April 16, 2025
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The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) announced that Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) was detected in mammals across six counties in Texas.

The affected counties include Deaf Smith, Hansford, Lubbock, Ochiltree, Parmer, and Randall.

The virus was found in mammals such as foxes, raccoons, striped skunks, and domestic cats in the Texas Panhandle region. TPWD carried out this detection during routine wildlife monitoring activities.

HPAI, commonly known as bird flu, primarily affects birds and poultry. However, recent findings show that the virus can also infect mammals. The virus’s presence in mammals raises concerns about potential transmission risks to humans.

The Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) is collaborating with TPWD to manage this outbreak. They are monitoring wildlife and domestic animals in the affected areas to assess the situation’s scope. State officials urge residents to report unusual illnesses or deaths in wildlife, particularly in the specified counties.

TAHC advises pet owners in these areas to monitor their animals for any signs of illness. They recommend individuals avoid handling wildlife to reduce the risk of exposure to the virus.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) states that human infections with HPAI are rare but can occur. Precautionary measures, such as avoiding direct contact with wild animals and ensuring proper hygiene, are crucial to prevent the virus’s spread.

Experts are investigating how the virus spreads among mammals and assessing the potential for human infection. They are particularly focused on understanding if mammals can transmit the virus to humans.

Local authorities are working to contain the outbreak. They are providing resources to affected communities to help identify and report cases promptly. They emphasize the importance of public awareness in preventing further spread.

The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) advises individuals to observe wildlife from a distance and avoid approaching or touching sick or dead animals. DSHS stresses the importance of community cooperation in managing and controlling the outbreak.

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