Since the first case of avian influenza was discovered The number of sea lions on local beaches continues to increase, A total of 36 animals have died in the area as a result of the outbreak.
Data comes from the last meeting of the Provincial Crisis Committeecomposed of the health department, the police, the state, the National Agricultural Food Hygiene and Quality Service (Senasa), the Provincial Secretariat for the Environment and the municipalities of Viedma, Serra Grande and San Antonio Cisterna.
from that meeting It is also recommended to avoid large events in coastal areas., a proposal that may or may not be accepted by each relevant commune. This will depend on their analysis of disease progression in animals in their area.
It’s worth remembering The first case in the town occurred more than a month ago in Punta Villarinolocated on the beach in San Antonio Puerto del Este (65 km from Las Grutas Highway 3), which is the habitat of this species.
Because of this, access to the area is further restricted and an environmental guard post has been established in the area due to the presence of wolf dens.return Tour activities, including swimming experiences with sea lions, have been suspended until further notice. Starting in September, providers in the region will begin offering services.
According to reports, Of the total 36 cases, 22 correspond to San Antonio Este and 14 to the beaches of San Antonio OesteThroughout the month, animals affected by the disease were also found.