Is bird flu in New York State?

Where is NYS now regarding outbreaks? As of April 19, 2022, New York has seen the disease in eight domestic flocks: One of which was commercial, one of which was captive wild birds, and the remainder of which were backyard flocks. Over 10,000 birds have died or have been euthanized.

Where is bird flu in NY?

To date in New York, HPAI has been found in captive chickens, pheasants, and ducks in Dutchess, Ulster, Monroe, and Fulton counties. HPAI was detected in free-ranging wild birds in Cayuga, Clinton, Montgomery, Monroe, Onondaga, Seneca, Suffolk, Nassau, Livingston, and Wayne counties.

Is there a bird disease going around?

Many people are concerned about the 2022 outbreak of avian influenza, or bird flu, that is affecting domestic poultry, waterfowl, raptors, and some shorebirds in the U.S. and Canada. Because the current strain (H5N1) causes heavy losses to poultry, it is referred to as highly pathogenic avian influenza, or HPAI.

What happens if you eat a bird infected with avian flu?

There is no epidemiological evidence to date that avian influenza can be transmitted to humans through consumption of food, notably poultry and eggs.

Is it safe to feed birds again in New York State?

Syracuse, N.Y. — It’s OK to put up and refill your bird feeders, the local Audubon Society chapter says. Onondaga Audubon had recommended in July that homeowners take down the feeders as a mysterious eye disease crept across the mid-Atlantic states.

Is it safe to eat turkey with bird flu?

Bird flu virus can be passed through bird droppings and saliva on surfaces such as cages, tractors, and other farm equipment. Most people don’t need to worry about getting sick with bird flu virus. You cannot get bird flu from eating fully cooked chicken, turkey, or duck, because heat kills the virus.

Are eggs safe to eat right now?

According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, it is safe to eat poultry and eggs when they are properly handled and thoroughly cooked.

Can humans catch avian flu?

Some strains of bird flu can pass from birds to people, but this is extremely rare. It usually requires close contact with an infected bird, so the risk to humans is generally considered very low. Human-to-human transmission of bird flu is very rare.