Europe's Race Against Bird Flu

The video discusses the infection of turkeys in eastern Britain with the H5N1 bird flu strain. It explores the investigation into the source, with a focus on wild birds, and the impact on the poultry industry. Despite no drop in domestic consumption, some countries have imposed import bans. The EU has implemented measures to prevent widespread trade restrictions. The video also highlights the global health risks if the virus mutates to become transmissible between humans, noting a recent death in Egypt.

What is the current status of the bird flu virus in wild birds according to the text?

What are the potential consequences if the H5N1 virus mutates to become easily transmissible between humans?