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Bird Flu Outbreak in Devon: Culling and Containment Measures

9/2/2025

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An H5N1 bird flu outbreak in poultry was confirmed in Exminster, Devon, on September 1, 2025.
Authorities established a 3 km protection zone and a 10 km surveillance zone to contain the virus.
All birds on the affected farm will be humanely culled to prevent further transmission.

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Story summary

An H5N1 bird flu outbreak in poultry was confirmed in Exminster, Devon, on September 1, 2025.
Authorities established a 3 km protection zone and a 10 km surveillance zone to contain the virus.
All birds on the affected farm will be humanely culled to prevent further transmission.