Bird flu confirmed at Lincolnshire farm with 5,000 turkeys

An avian flu outbreak in Lincolnshire has affected 5000 turkeys, leading to a protection and surveillance zone to prevent further spread. Local farms, like Philip Mowbrays, have been impacted, but public health agencies assure that the risk to humans is low and Christmas turkeys are safe. The virus, often spread by migrating wild birds, poses a challenge for the poultry industry, with experts working to contain it.

What measures were taken to prevent the spread of the avian flu in northeast Lincolnshire?

• Importing turkeys from other regions

• Vaccinating all birds in the area

• Closing all local farms

• Establishing exclusion and protection zones

How did Philip Mowbrays Turkey Farm avoid the avian flu outbreak?

• By having already sent turkeys for slaughter

• By keeping turkeys indoors

• By relocating the farm

• By vaccinating all turkeys

What reassurance is given about the safety of Christmas turkeys?

• They are all vaccinated

• They have been frozen for a long time

• They are cooked at high temperatures

• They are imported from flu-free zones

What is a major challenge for the poultry industry regarding the avian flu?

• Lack of vaccines

• Spread by wild birds

• High cost of feed

• Shortage of labor

What is the role of experts in managing the avian flu outbreak?

• Developing a new vaccine

• Banning all poultry sales

• Working with farm owners to clear the virus

• Importing healthy birds