Announcement

**Pathfinder** · November 16, 2024, 10:52 AM

Pinal County, Arizona
/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pinal_County,_Arizona
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DIRECTOR PAUL BRIERLEY GOVERNOR KATIE HOBBS

Arizona Department of Agriculture

1110 W. Washington Street, Suite 450 Phoenix, AZ 85007
(602) 542-4373

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

NEWS RELEASE DATE: November 15, 2024

MEDIA CONTACT: Rachel Andrews < mail to: randrews@azda.gov
Chief Legislative Liaison and Public Information Officer (602) 531-3666

Avian Influenza Detection

Phoenix, AZ – Poultry at a commercial farm located in Pinal County have tested positive for Avian
Influenza. When the poultry began showing clinical signs consistent with avian influenza on
November 11, 2024, samples from the location were submitted to the Arizona Veterinary Diagnostic
Lab (AZVDL) for preliminary determination, then submitted to the National Veterinary Services
Laboratory (NVSL) for confirmation. Eggs produced after the onset of illness have not entered the
food supply. Consumers in Arizona and around the nation can remain confident in the safety and
quality of eggs and egg products. The Arizona Department of Agriculture (AZDA) has ensured a
quick response to alleviate any supply chain challenges.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the risk to the general public is
considered to be low with those most at risk of exposure being individuals working on a commercial
farm, directly involved with the daily care and husbandry of the birds. Information regarding
protective actions for workers and the monitoring of avian influenza can be found on the CDC’s
website, updated regularly.

"ADHS is collaborating with AZDA in the response to avian influenza and will continue to monitor
influenza activity in Arizona in collaboration with local health departments. While the risk to the
general public remains low, workers and individuals that may be at risk for exposure to avian
influenza should follow public health guidance,"said Nicole Witt, ADHS Assistant Director of
Preparedness.

The affected poultry farm has been placed under quarantine on the recommendation of the Director
of the AZDA and the AZDA State Veterinarian. Enhanced biosecurity measures are in place and
efforts are underway to perform virus elimination. All applicable sanitation responses have been
quickly implemented. Our dedicated and experienced team continues to monitor the situation closely
to ensure consumer protection is always maintained.

Sick Bird Hotline: If you see signs of illness in your poultry, report them immediately to USDA at
1-866-536-7593. You can also contact your local cooperative extension office, local veterinarian, or
your State Veterinarian. For wild bird illness, please contact the Arizona Game and Fish Department.

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https://agriculture.az.gov/sites/default/files/Avian%20Influenza%20Press%20Release%20-%20AZDA.pdf

Press Release 11/15/24 | Arizona Department of Agriculture

https://agriculture.az.gov/news/press-release-111524

**Pathfinder** · November 18, 2024, 03:20 PM

https://www.aphis.usda.gov/livestock-poultry-disease/avian/avian-influenza/hpai-detections/commercial-backyard-flocks

**Pathfinder** · November 25, 2024, 01:20 PM

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https://www.aphis.usda.gov/livestock-poultry-disease/avian/avian-influenza/hpai-detections/commercial-backyard-flocks

**Shiloh** · November 25, 2024, 06:27 PM

Source: https://www.azfamily.com/2024/11/25/...officials-say/

Bird flu cases confirmed in Maricopa County, health officials say
By AZFamily Digital News Staff
Published: Nov. 25, 2024 at 6:16 PM EST|Updated: 9 minutes ago

PHOENIX (AZFamily/AP) — Multiple cases of the avian flu (bird flu) have been confirmed in Maricopa County, according to federal health officials.

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says 36 birds in Maricopa County tested positive for the virus, although details from the Arizona Department of Health Services has not yet been released...