Highly pathogenic avian influenza confirmed in wild birds in Wonju, poultry movement restricted and disinfection tightened

Key points in 3 lines

1. A highly pathogenic AI virus has been confirmed in dead wild birds near Wonju-cheon in Hojeo-myeon, Wonju-si, prompting the city to launch emergency disinfection.
2. On the 21st, the city held a situation assessment meeting chaired by Deputy Mayor Kim Mun-gi and activated a disaster and safety headquarters.
3. Movement of poultry within 10 km of the detection site is restricted until February 6, and dead animals should be reported to the Natural Environment Team (033-737-3037).

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