Bird Flu Emergency: California Faces Growing Crisis as H5N1 Spreads Through Dairy Herds
Governor Newsom declares state of emergency as bird flu infects 650 California dairy herds, representing 75% of affected U.S. operations. While officials maintain low public risk, the first severe human case and high virus levels in raw milk products have heightened concerns.
California Declares Emergency as Bird Flu Spreads Through Dairy Industry
Governor Newsom issues emergency declaration as H5N1 avian flu virus infects dairy cattle across Southern California, with 34 human cases reported statewide. While officials emphasize low public risk, the outbreak has prompted increased monitoring and containment measures.
Bird Flu Contamination Prompts Expanded Raw Milk Recall at California's Raw Farm
Raw Farm, a Fresno dairy producer, has expanded its recall of raw milk products after state health officials detected bird flu virus in multiple samples. The outbreak has affected hundreds of dairy herds across California, raising concerns about raw milk safety and regulation.
Bird Flu Found in California Dairy Products, Prompting Statewide Alert
Health officials have suspended Raw Farm's dairy distribution after detecting H5N1 bird flu virus in milk samples from the Fresno-based facility. The discovery has sparked concerns as contaminated products may have reached Los Angeles County stores, while California grapples with the virus's impact on agriculture and public health.
Bird Flu Virus Found in California Raw Milk Products, Prompting Recall
Health officials detected H5N1 bird flu virus in raw milk from Raw Farm dairy in Fresno, leading to a voluntary product recall. The discovery comes amid growing concerns about H5N1 spread in California, with 29 positive cases reported statewide, primarily among dairy workers.
Bird Flu Outbreak Hits California Dairy Workers Amid Growing Herd Infections
California health officials confirm six cases of bird flu among dairy workers, with more suspected. The outbreak coincides with infections in dairy farms across central California, raising concerns for the state's leading milk industry.
California Dairy Industry Hit by H5N1: Tracing the Outbreak's Origin
An investigation into the recent H5N1 bird flu outbreak in California's dairy sector points to interstate cattle transfers as a potential source. The incident highlights the need for improved disease prevention protocols in animal agriculture.