380 swans died from bird flu in Astrakhanskaya oblast

In Astrakhanskaya oblast administration of Kamyzyaksy district along with veterinarian service discovered and annihilated 92 dead swans yesterday.

"By present moment 380 dead wild birds were gathered and burnt in delta of Volga river". No cases of illness among population and domestic birds were registered.

Press-service of Emergency Ministry over Astrakhanskaya oblast reminded that first 200 dead swana were found in delta of Volga river since November 17 till November 21. After laboratory tests it was established that birds are sick of H5 flu.

At present moment 24-round service of rescuers is in operation, they are ready to go to place of emergency.

sections: Nature & Health, Region News
regions: Southern region