Bird flu has been confirmed at a lake in Wiltshire after bird deaths.
The Animal and Plant Health Agency confirmed avian flu in Shaftesbury Lake, Swindon.
“We are aware of a number of wild bird deaths in the Swindon area and waterfowl collected from the area have been found positive for highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5N1,” a spokesperson said.
Testing took place at the site last week.
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source: yahoo.com