The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) has confirmed a case of avian influenza (bird flu) in commercial poultry in Yorkshire.
The case was confirmed on Wednesday (February 14) at a premises near Hutton Cranswick, East Yorkshire.
A 3km protection zone and a 10km surveillance zone have been declared around the premises.
This is the first confirmed case of the highly pathogenic disease in England since November 2023.
Six cases of bird flu have been confirmed in the UK since October 1, 2023. Four have been confirmed in England and two have been confirmed in Wales.
Defra said the main causes of bird flu in poultry and other captive birds are contact with wild birds, in particular waterfowl such as geese, ducks and swans and gulls.
As well as this, the department said other main causes are exposure to faeces from infected birds and dirty footwear, clothing, vehicles and equipment.
The department said bird owners can speak to their vets about the specific risks to their birds. They can provide advice about practical things that can be done to reduce the risk of disease.
Along with the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA), Defra said: “Keep ducks and geese in a separate pen or building away from other birds.
“Ducks and geese do not always show signs of bird flu. This means they can quickly pass it on to other birds, such as chickens or turkeys.
“Do not let poultry or captive birds from neighbouring sites or properties near your birds.”
