RS government issues guidelines for bird flu control

arrive Minister of Agriculture, Livestock, Sustainable Production and Irrigation of the State of Rio Grande do Sul (Seapi) publicou this terça-faira (10/10) uma Technical Description Have control direction Highly pathogenic avian influenza (H5N1).

This finding has been confirmed in sea lions and sea lions in the municipalities of Rio Grande and Santa Vitoria de Palma and can be traced to direct or indirect contact between infected and uninfected animals.

In addition to biosecurity measures for operators and the sequence of placing and removing equipment, the notes also contain guidance for the general population; recycling and disposal of casings; and disinfection.

The main advice for people is not to approach, feed or touch wild animals. If you find an injured or sick animal, you should not approach or attempt to help. For guidance, please contact the Official Veterinary Service (SVO) via WhatsApp (51) 98445-2033 (open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week), or contact the Environmental Patrol (Patram).

Seapi emphasized that avian influenza is an interdisciplinary issue involving agricultural, environmental and health agencies in all areas (federal, state and municipal). Therefore, the joint cooperation of all citizens is necessary to take protective measures and notify official authorities.