Data Report

Bird flu suspected in deaths of about 200 snow geese in Lehigh Valley.

Source of information.

1. WFMZ

https://www.wfmz.com/news/area/lehighvalley/lehigh-county/western-lehigh-county/bird-flu-suspected-in-deaths-of-about-200-snow-geese-in-lehigh-valley/article_f8a6e33c-c93a-11ef-a348-63ec7adf3b18.html

First presumptive positive avian flu case detected on Delaware farm.

Source of information.

1. PHL17

https://phl17.com/phl17-news/first-presumptive-positive-avian-flu-case-detected-on-delaware-farm/

Masked Man side note to Pet Owners...

These updates are enlightening especially because in todays age our pets play a significant role in our culture and family....  pets are practically household members in our families proving once again  bird flu (and any animal related health concerns) is indeed a huge major concern for the public. We have direct contact with our pets and are interactive with our pets on many of the same levels we have with other humans. Our animals have a heart and lungs etc. just like us.

I for one have been microwaving my dog and cat food regardless of brand because of food born viruses and different contents in the bags and canned food need more food safety precautions and to me I might as well microwave the food to kill possible viruses and germs and my pets like their food heated.That's not to say you shouldn't discard pet food that has been recalled. You should safely discard any pet food that has been recalled. That being said, I simply microwave all pet food to be on the safe side as an extra precaution like I would cook anything as most pet food probably  contain something raw or partially cooked in my opinion. If I am being overly cautious then that's fine with me. I don't mind being labeled as overly cautious. That's the point; I put the "pre" in the word 'pre'caution. That means ya do stuff before it happens not after..

... My lines of thinking are thus: They say hot dogs have been precooked but you cook it anyway to be on safe side..same goes for a can of soup as its already been precooked but ya cook it again anyway right before consumption just to be on the safe side.

Better safe than sorry and I am taking the same precautions with my pets food as I would myself to be on the safe side. There are many raw food items and components in pet foods that might not get processed or cooked enough or looked over enough by third parties..anyway regardless I microwave my pet food just like boiling food to a safe temperature and that aids in sterilizing and killing germs and bacteria and stuff in the food for my pet's welfare and that gives me a sense of personal safety having done so.

I also keep my pets safe and happy with much success indoors so they don't mingle with other animals or the byproducts of other animals outside. I treat my pets just like a household member and keep them happy in safe home considering them vulnerable to viruses and diseases from other animals in the area.

SUMMARY - A multi-species backyard flock in Clinton County, Iowa, has been struck by HPAI (Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza), according to the The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship.

LINK - https://www.kwqc.com/2025/01/07/bird-flu-detected-multi-species-backyard-flock-clinton-county/

SUMMARY - The state of California has issued a ban on dairy cattle and poultry shows in response to HPAI (Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza) outbreaks. The ban shall be kept in place until further notice.

LINK - https://www.agweb.com/news/livestock/dairy/california-issues-new-ban-dairy-cattle-and-poultry-shows-response-h5n1-bird- 

Florida: 3 dolphins in Indian River Lagoon died of suspected bird flu.

Source of information.

1. Click Orlando

https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2025/01/10/3-dolphins-in-indian-river-lagoon-died-of-suspected-bird-flu/

Bird flu likely cause of N.J. wild bird deaths, officials say.

From the article.

"At least seven snow geese, two Canada geese, and two hawks have yielded presumptive positive results so far for avian influenza, according to an alert sent to hunters last Wednesday by New Jersey Fish and Wildlife, part of the state Department of Environmental Protection."

Source of information.

1. NJ.com


https://www.nj.com/healthfit/2025/01/bird-flu-likely-cause-of-nj-wild-bird-deaths-officials-say.html