H5N1 Bird Flu Confirmed in Crows in Kerala's Iritty; Precautions Increased

Kerala's Kannur district has confirmed the presence of H5N1 avian influenza in crows in the Edakkanam area of Iritty. District Collector Arun K Vijayan has issued an alert and directed authorities to enhance precautionary measures. No cases have been reported among domestic birds, and no culling or surveillance zones have been declared. Bird carcasses will be safely buried following protocols, and health officials will monitor for any unexplained human illnesses in the area.