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Avian Flu Outbreak Hits Washington Poultry Farm Again

10/11/2025

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The Washington Department of Agriculture confirmed a highly pathogenic avian influenza outbreak at a poultry farm in Grant County, the state's fourth outbreak.
The department warns risk rises as migratory birds return this fall, citing Washington's 52 backyard and four commercial flock infections since 2022.
Dr. Amber Itle, Washington state veterinarian, says wild waterfowl are the primary carriers of the virus, though hospitalizations among workers have not been reported.

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The Washington Department of Agriculture confirmed a highly pathogenic avian influenza outbreak at a poultry farm in Grant County, the state's fourth outbreak.
The department warns risk rises as migratory birds return this fall, citing Washington's 52 backyard and four commercial flock infections since 2022.
Dr. Amber Itle, Washington state veterinarian, says wild waterfowl are the primary carriers of the virus, though hospitalizations among workers have not been reported.