In response to the detection of bird flu at several live bird markets, Governor Kathy Hochul announced a temporary closure of all such markets in New York City and neighboring counties, including Westchester, Nassau, and Suffolk. This order affects approximately 80 markets, with seven confirmed cases reported in Queens, the Bronx, and Brooklyn. Markets must either sell or dispose of their inventory within three days and conduct thorough cleaning and disinfection before a minimum five-day closure. Public health concerns related to live animal markets are rising as H5N1 bird flu has impacted millions of birds in the U.S.
All live bird markets in New York and several nearby counties must close temporarily in hopes of curbing the spread of bird flu, detected at some markets.
Seven cases of bird flu have been detected at markets in Queens, the Bronx, and Brooklyn, prompting immediate action to safeguard public health.
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