Overview
- Regional testing detected avian influenza at a small holding in Rollshausen, with the Friedrich-Loeffler-Institut confirming H5N1 on Jan. 14.
- The affected flock was culled under official supervision on Jan. 13 as part of standard disease-control measures.
- The district established a restricted and monitoring zone mainly covering Gieboldehausen, Radolfshausen and Duderstadt.
- Small areas of the neighboring districts Northeim and Eichsfeld fall within the designated monitoring area.
- Poultry keepers face a housing mandate and strict hygiene requirements, with authorities urging measures such as thorough handwashing and dedicated stall footwear.