Maryland officials have quarantined a commercial poultry farm in Wicomico County after a presumptive case of bird flu, the state’s second outbreak of 2026, with public health risk considered low.
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Nearly a dozen dead snow geese were found along Broadkill Beach, alarming residents and raising concerns for pets and wildlife. Officials have not confirmed a cause.
Delaware officials urge reporting sick or dead wild birds, suspecting avian influenza in snow geese. Caution advised in handling birds. Hunters and residents should report incidents, follow proper disposal and safety measures.
A backyard poultry flock in Kent County has tested presumptive positive for avian influenza, according to the Delaware Department of Agriculture.
A backyard flock in Sussex County has tested presumptive positive for H5 avian influenza, according to the Delaware Department of Agriculture. This marks the first confirmed case of H5 avian influenza in Sussex County poultry.
Every week here along the coast is a busy week. For those that may have missed a story or two along the way, here is your Week In Review.
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Worcester County officials are advising on how to properly report sick or dead birds after local officials received multiple complaints regarding unusual bird deaths and illnesses.
According to the DDA, the decision follows bird flu being presumptively detected in two cases in Delaware.