An outbreak of avian influenza was reported originating from a farm located in the Vindeikiai village, within the broader Musninkų village area of the Širvintos district. The owner of the farm initially observed a high rate of mortality among the poultry. The initial reports indicated that approximately twenty chickens died on one day, followed by the deaths of twelve additional chickens and one turkey the subsequent day.
Upon examination of samples collected from the premises, specialists confirmed the presence of the bird flu virus. Representatives from the Vilnius district supervisory department of the State Food and Veterinary Service (VMVT) were dispatched to the site. During their visit, authorities culled the remaining chickens, collected further samples, and initiated a comprehensive epizootic investigation to determine the source of the viral contamination.
The farm housed its poultry both in open yard areas and within enclosed farm buildings. However, the investigation highlighted a potential risk factor: a nearby pond. Specialists noted that while the area was generally contained, the pond’s presence raises concerns regarding potential contact with wild bird populations.
This suggests that contact with migratory or local wild birds may be a contributing factor to the introduction of the virus into the poultry population of this rural village. Authorities continue their investigation to trace the exact pathway of the infection.
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An outbreak of avian influenza has been reported originating from a farm in Vindeikiai village, within the Širvintos district. The farm owner initially observed a high rate of mortality among the poul