The Lawrence County Health Department issues statement on contact with deceased birds due to H5N1 virus

LAWRENCE COUNTY- Due to H5N1 Bird Flu, it is important to be extra cautious when interacting with dead birds. Please report dead wild birds to the Indiana Department of Natural Resources at on.in.gov/sickwildlife and report sick or dead poultry to the Indiana State Board of Animal Health by calling 1-866-536-7593. Avoid contact with dead birds if at all possible.

For more information on the H5N1 Bird Flu, please visit https://www.cdc.gov/bird-flu/situation-summary/index.html.