In Weidmoos in the north of Flachgau, about 100 dead seagulls were found on Friday morning. Corresponding samples have already been taken and brought to Vienna for analysis. The result is expected on Monday. Experts in the country suspect bird flu is responsible for the deaths of the animals.
“We will have certainty on Monday, but given the location of the dead gulls, there is a very good chance that it is bird flu. I therefore call on all visitors to the Weidmoos, also with regard to excursions at the weekend, not to touch dead wild birds and keep dogs on a leash,” said Josef Schöchl, director of the state veterinarian.
No danger to humans
According to Schöchl, director of the state veterinarian, there is no risk for people to contract bird flu. “Still, the hikers should stay on the marked trails and not attack dead carcasses. Dogs should also never play with dead wild birds or carry them away,” says Schöchl.
For disposal: put on protective equipment
Schöchl recommends only disposing of dead birds with the appropriate protective equipment. “In any case, there are always gloves and a face mask. A change of clothes is also recommended. People who keep poultry themselves should not throw them away, because there is a risk of the virus being transferred to their own livestock,” says Schöchl. The animals are disposed of in the Animal Body Discharge (TKV).
Domestic poultry not yet affected
The poultry herd in Salzburg has not yet been affected by bird flu. “Should the results confirm the suspicion of bird flu, I assume that the federal ministry will again issue protective measures for hobby farmers and poultry farmers for the adjacent area,” says Schöchl. After a visit to the Weidmoos, direct contact with domestic poultry should be avoided at all costs to prevent the disease from entering a poultry population.
Source: Krone
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