Avian flu

Chile's Agricultural and Livestock Service (SAG) detected avian flu in a feral goose at Viña del Mar's Botanical Garden, prompting a two-week closure of the lagoon area. Park director Alejandro Peirano announced the measure on Friday via social media to prevent virus spread.

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Chile's Agricultural and Livestock Service (SAG) detected a highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza case in backyard birds in Bollenar sector, Melipilla commune, Metropolitan Region. The virus was lab-confirmed after reports of domestic bird deaths. The country retains its sanitary status free of the disease in commercial flocks.