WattaggNet: Secondary avian influenza outbreak reported in Italy

A secondary outbreak of avian influenza has been confirmed in Italy, the World Organisation for Animal Health stated on August 20. The secondary outbreak follows the announcement of an avian influenza outbreak that was initially reported on August 10.

While monitoring the activities implemented after the primary outbreak in Ostellato, a secondary outbreak of H7N7 avian influenza was confirmed in Mordano. Both cases affected commercial farms of layer hens, and both farms are owned by the same company.

The number of birds identified as susceptible has grown from 128,000 to 584,900.

Control measures applied include establishing quarantine zones, movement control within the country, vaccination prohibition and no treatment of affected animals. Screening procedures will be done, and the infected establishments will be disinfected.