IDNR, IDPH, and IDOA Monitoring Avian Influenza Mortality Events in Waterfowl Throughout Illinois
December 21, 2024
December 21, 2024
SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, Dec. 21 -- The Illinois Department of Agriculture issued the following news release:
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is monitoring a large event of waterfowl mortality at numerous locations throughout Illinois. Test results received so far indicate highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) is the cause.
The public is reminded to not handle or attempt to capture waterfowl or other wild birds displaying signs of illness.
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is monitoring a large event of waterfowl mortality at numerous locations throughout Illinois. Test results received so far indicate highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) is the cause.
The public is reminded to not handle or attempt to capture waterfowl or other wild birds displaying signs of illness.