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Nebraska - Avian influenza in wild birds 2024-2025
Nebraska - Avian influenza in wild birds 2024-2025
Detections of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in Wild Birds ... State County Collection Date Date Detected HPAI Strain Bird Species WOAH Classification Sampling Method
Omaha, NE —H5N1 Avian Influenza virus recently has been confirmed in several deceased geese at Heartland of America Park. The Douglas County Health Department has implemented a coordinated response with health organizations and wildlife agencies to manage the potential impact on local wildlife and address the minimal, but existing risk, to domestic pets and humans.
Ongoing Monitoring and Response: The Douglas County Health Department, along with the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission, is actively monitoring the situation at Heartland of America Park. Updates will be provided as new information becomes available, and the community is encouraged to stay informed, adhere to public health advisories and report sick or dead birds at OutdoorNebraska.gov on the Avian Influenza webpage.
Incident Overview: Reports of several dead birds at Heartland of America Park led to the discovery of seven deceased geese. Subsequent tests on three geese, conducted on March 17, 2025, confirmed the presence of H5N1 Avian Influenza the next day. At the time of the discovery, an estimated 60-90 birds were present in the area.
Human Health Risks: According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the risk to the general U.S. population from H5N1 Avian Influenza remains low. Human infections can occur but are typically the result of direct contact with infected birds or contaminated environments. Symptoms in humans can range from typical flu-like symptoms, such as fever, cough, sore throat, and muscle aches, to severe respiratory issues and pneumonia. Conjunctivitis (red, watery eyes) has also been a symptom seen in human cases. Most human cases in the United States have resulted from direct animal exposure, with no cases of human-to-human transmission reported.
Animal Health Concerns: Avian influenza is highly fatal in certain domestic animals, especially cats and backyard poultry. Pets might contract the virus through direct contact with infected wild birds or their environments. Symptoms to watch for in pets include fever, fatigue, red or inflamed eyes, difficulty breathing, and neurological symptoms. Immediate veterinary care should be sought if these symptoms are observed.
General Precautions: As a general precautionary measure, please avoid contact with wildlife and observe from a distance. If you do come in contact with wildlife, do not eat, drink, or smoke before washing your hands thoroughly. Change shoes and wash hands immediately after any potential exposure.
Visiting Public Parks: When visiting public parks or other areas where waterfowl tend to gather, take additional precautions to avoid close contact with birds. This is especially important in areas where H5N1 has been detected. Be mindful of park guidelines and follow any local advisories to minimize your risk of exposure.
Keep pets away from birds that appear sick. Do not let them lick or eat dead waterfowl.
Handling Wildlife: Do not handle dead wildlife. Do not take sick birds home or to places where humans frequent, such as zoos or wildlife rehabilitators. This can spread the disease and threaten the health of other birds vulnerable to avian influenza.
Pet Safety: Keep pets away from birds that appear sick. Do not let them lick or eat dead waterfowl.
If you find a dead bird, avoid direct contact and use protective methods and equipment, including protective, disposable gloves or at least using an inverted plastic bag for handling. Properly dispose of the carcass by double-bagging and placing it in a lidded trash bin, or by burying it at least three feet deep away from water sources. Always wash your hands thoroughly after handling. Large bird die-offs should be reported to local or state public health agencies.
Related to the post above (#5):
Heartland of America Park is a public park located at 800 Douglas Street in downtown Omaha, Nebraska.
/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Heartland_of_America_Park
----------------------------------------------------- Avian influenza confirmed in geese in Douglas County
By Scott Koperski , Digital News Content Producer, Nebraska Public Media
March 20, 2025, 1 p.m. · 2 min read
H5N1 avian influenza virus was recently confirmed in several deceased geese at ConAgra Lake in Douglas County.
A press release from the Douglas County Health Department said the organization is working with health organizations and wildlife agencies to manage the potential impact on local wildlife and address the risk to domestic pets and humans.
Reports of several dead birds at ConAgra Lake led to the discovery of seven deceased geese. Tests on three geese conducted on March 17 confirmed the presence of H5N1 avian influenza the next day. At the time of the discovery, an estimated 60-90 birds were present in the area.
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Gov. Pillen and Dept. of Agriculture Offer Information for Reporting Dead Wild Birds
March 21, 2025 CONTACT:
Laura Strimple, (402) 580-9495
Gov. Pillen and Dept. of Agriculture Offer Information for Reporting Dead Wild Birds
LINCOLN, NE – Governor Jim Pillen is partnering with the Department of Agriculture (NDA) in providing Nebraskans with information about the appearance of avian influenza in wild birds this time of year. Today, the Douglas County Health Department reported on the detection of H5N1 in dead geese at ConAgra Lake in Omaha.
“Nebraska is situated in the heart of the migratory bird path, especially waterfowl. It’s well known that wild waterfowl can be infected with avian influenza and transmit the virus to other birds, including backyard and commercial poultry, through contact including wild bird droppings. Many wild birds will show no symptoms of the virus however, some will succumb to the disease,” said NDA State Veterinarian Roger Dudley.
According to the USDA Wildlife Services website, there were 29 wild birds with H5N1 in Nebraska in 2022. There were 17 reported in 2023, 11 in 2024 and five in 2025, excluding the two most recent detections reported in Douglas County.
To avoid the possibility of Avian Flu, we will be removing ALL of the domesticated ducks from the North Park Lake! We were advised by the Game & Parks Commission to remove them as a safety...
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