Since January 18, Massachusetts has seen more than 150 dead birds collected for avian flu testing, with a significant number reported in Plymouth. Wildlife officials have discovered multiple locations of deceased birds, including a concentration at Long Beach. Collaboration between local and state officials is ongoing, with one laboratory confirming cases of avian flu, leading to pending test results. The disease poses risks not just to birds but also to humans, prompting health officials to advise caution when interacting with affected wildlife.
The Town, in collaboration with state officials, continues removing deceased birds and wildlife. With only one U.S. lab able to confirm cases, test results are still pending.
Avian flu is commonly spread through bird migration, and it is not uncommon to have it appear within multiple locations within the same municipality.
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