In response to seven confirmed cases of avian flu in live poultry markets, New York City and some suburbs have implemented a one-week closure. Governor Kathy Hochul assured the public that there is no immediate health threat, as the virus poses low risk to humans. Inspections revealed infected birds in several boroughs. The closure mandates sanitary disposal of infected poultry, while unaffected markets must sell off stock quickly and undergo thorough cleaning and inspection before reopening. Historic concern follows a recent human bird flu death in Louisiana, underscoring ongoing vigilance in public health efforts.
The state has mandated the closure of all live poultry markets for one week after detecting avian flu cases, prioritizing public health through precautionary measures.
Gov. Kathy Hochul emphasized that there's currently no immediate threat to New Yorkers, highlighting the importance of acting swiftly to prevent further spread of avian flu.
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