The situation on the affected premises is being managed by APHA, who have commenced culling operations. Lancashire County Council are leading the wider response within the 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone through activation of their Animal Diseases Plan.
Residents and bird keepers are reminded that anyone keeping poultry or other captive birds must register their birds within one month of keeping them. Failure to register is an offence. Registration enables APHA to contact bird keepers quickly during disease outbreaks and provide important advice and restrictions where necessary.
Further information and resources on avian influenza can be found on the GOV.UK website, including guidance, data, analysis, prevention advice, and an interactive disease map.
