H5N1 HPAI Backyard Flock Sauk01 County Wisconsin

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Wisconsin Sauk01 Backyard Producer (non-poultry) 40 5/3/22

https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/ourfocus/animalhealth/animal-disease-information/avian/avian-influenza/hpai-2022/2022-hpai-commercial-backyard-flocks

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The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has identified cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in backyard flocks in Pierce and Sauk counties. Birds on both sites will be depopulated to prevent spread of the disease.

Eleven counties in Wisconsin have been confirmed with HPAI in domestic flocks. Flock owners are encouraged to continue practicing strong biosecurity measures to protect their birds from the virus. This includes washing hands, disinfecting equipment, restricting access to birds, and separating new birds from existing flocks for at least 30 days. Poultry owners are asked, when possible, to keep their birds indoors.

https://datcp.wi.gov/Pages/News_Media/20220505HPAISaukPierce.aspx

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Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Identified in Sauk, Pierce Counties

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 5, 2022

Contact: Kevin Hoffman, Public Information Officer, (608) 224-5005, [email protected]

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MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has identified cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in backyard flocks in Pierce and Sauk counties. Birds on both sites will be depopulated to prevent spread of the disease.

Eleven counties in Wisconsin have been confirmed with HPAI in domestic flocks. Flock owners are encouraged to continue practicing strong biosecurity measures to protect their birds from the virus. This includes washing hands, disinfecting equipment, restricting access to birds, and separating new birds from existing flocks for at least 30 days. Poultry owners are asked, when possible, to keep their birds indoors.

DATCP also encourages poultry owners to register their premises. State law requires that all livestock owners register where their animals are kept, and registration helps animal health officials communicate with flock owners during disease outbreaks.

To report increased mortality or signs of illness among domestic birds, contact DATCP at (608) 224-4872 (business hours) or (800) 943-0003 (after hours and weekends). Signs of HPAI include:

• Sudden death without clinical signs
• Lack of energy or appetite
• Decrease in egg production; soft, misshapen eggs
• Purple discoloration of wattles, comb, and legs
• Difficulty breathing
• Runny nose, coughing, sneezing
• Stumbling or falling down
• Diarrhea

Additional resources

• DATCP: HPAI in Wisconsin domestic birds
• Wisconsin Department of Health Services: Avian influenza and humans
• Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources: Avian influenza and wild birds 

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HPAI-Positive Premises

County (# of cases in the county to date)	Date	# of Poultry	Operation	Status
Pierce	5/4/22	Pending	Non-commercial	Restricted
Sauk	5/3/22	36	Non-commercial	Depopulated
Barron (5)	5/2/22	47,188	Commercial	Depopulated
Barron (4)	5/2/22	19,319	Commercial	Depopulated
Fond du Lac	4/29/22	17	Non-commercial	Depopulated
Oconto	4/29/22	222	Non-commercial	Depopulated
Barron (3)	4/28/22	150	Non-commercial	Depopulated
Barron (2)	4/27/22	110,731	Commercial	Depopulated
Polk (2)	4/23/22	40	Non-commercial	Depopulated
Sheboygan	4/14/22	15	Non-commercial	Depopulated
Polk (1)	4/14/22	20,000	Commercial	Depopulated
Columbia	4/14/22	44	Non-commercial	Depopulated
Barron (1)	4/8/22	46,507	Commercial	Depopulated
Racine	4/7/22	204	Non-commercial	Depopulated
Rock	4/1/22	22	Non-commercial	Depopulated
Jefferson	3/14/22	2,757,767	Commercial	Depopulated

https://datcp.wi.gov/Pages/Programs_Services/HPAIWisconsin.aspx