BC avian flu

[slcbj]

I am new to backyard chickens and have three chickens in my backyard. Covered/enclosed. There are cases of avian flu on large production farms around the lower mainland. I've contacted the small farm I got the chickens from to let me know if she has any issues with her birds. In of being here - they're protected (even a roof). What's my responsibility here?

 

[Eggcessive]

I doubt if your birds would be at risk if they are in a covered and enclosed area, away from wild birds. Here are some links about AI to read:
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/ps032
http://www.cdc.gov/flu/avianflu/avian-in-birds.htm
http://www.aphis.usda.gov/animal_health/birdbiosecurity/AI/
http://www.ces.ncsu.edu/depts/poulsci/tech_manuals/preventing_avian_influenza_backyard.pdf

 

[bribre]

I'm also worried about my birds.. I'm in langley and my place is now in the restricted zone... Hopefully they can get this under control..

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