At a poultry farm in Shintomi-cho, Miyazaki Prefecture, an avian influenza virus of type H5, which is suspected to be highly pathogenic, was detected in dead chickens. is proceeding.
On the 19th, at a poultry farm in Shintomi-cho, Miyazaki Prefecture, it was reported that several chickens kept in the same cage had died. virus was detected.
In response to this, the prefecture, with the cooperation of the Self-Defense Forces and others, is proceeding with the disposal of about 160,000 chickens that were raised at the same poultry farm with a staff of 200.
In addition, in principle, about 2.83 million chickens and eggs from 78 farms within a 10 km radius of the site are prohibited from being moved or taken out of the area.
In addition, disinfection points have been set up at four locations near the border of the restricted area, and vehicles carrying feed to the poultry farm are disinfected 24 hours a day.
The prefecture calls on poultry farmers to spread disinfectant lime around poultry houses and farms and to take thorough measures to prevent wild animals from entering.