Overview
- State and federal authorities said roughly 55 birds on the Dane County property were depopulated to prevent spread.
- Health officials report the risk to the general public remains low.
- The new detection follows last week’s confirmation in a Jefferson County commercial flock of about 1.2 million birds.
- Poultry owners are asked, if possible, to keep birds indoors to reduce exposure.
- Recommended steps include washing hands, disinfecting equipment, restricting access to animals, and isolating new birds for at least 30 days.