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Bayville residents report a growing number of dead birds on the beach, raising fears of an avian flu outbreak. The Department of Environmental Conservation says avian flu is widespread on Long Island and cannot retrieve every carcass. Public guidance emphasizes avoiding contact with dead birds and using gloves, masks, triple-bagging, and sanitation for disposal, as locals call for testing and a coordinated response.
In Hainesport, Burlington County, residents are disposing of hundreds of dead birds amid a suspected bird flu outbreak; state agencies aren’t assisting with cleanup, officials describe the public risk as low, and statewide reports of dead or sick birds exceed 1,100.
Health officials in Sacramento County have identified three dead birds infected with West Nile virus, serving as an early warning for potential human cases, amid concerns that warmer temperatures are extending mosquito activity and range, increasing the risk of disease spread. Measures such as insecticide spraying and public awareness campaigns are underway to mitigate the threat.
Animal control in Howard, Wisconsin, has discovered 26 dead birds at Duck Creek Quarry as of December 15. The cause of the deaths is still unknown, and lab results are pending. In the meantime, quarry trails will remain closed. Animal control has been actively monitoring the area for dead geese, removing them when found, and using coyote decoys to deter geese flocks. The public is urged to report any dead waterfowl or birds of prey to animal control.