Thousands of chickens to be culled after suspected avian flu outbreak

BBC NewsSunday, October 5, 2025 at 3:14:04 PM
Thousands of chickens to be culled after suspected avian flu outbreak
A suspected avian flu outbreak near Omagh has led to the decision to cull thousands of chickens on a local farm. This is a significant measure aimed at controlling the spread of the disease, which poses a serious threat to poultry health and the broader agricultural community. The culling is part of a larger effort to ensure food safety and protect other farms in the region from potential outbreaks.
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