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Bird Flu Strikes Leeds: Wild Birds Infected at Yeadon Tarn
18 Feb
Summary
- Bird flu cases confirmed in wild birds at Yeadon Tarn.
- Leeds council is monitoring the situation with DEFRA.
- Visitors asked not to feed or touch birds and keep dogs away.
A small number of bird flu cases have been confirmed in Leeds, specifically among wild birds at Yeadon Tarn, according to the local council. The authority is collaborating with the Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) and other organizations to closely monitor the evolving situation.
The area remains accessible to the public, with informational posters placed around Yeadon Tarn to guide visitors on preventing the spread of the virus. These advisories strongly recommend that visitors refrain from touching or feeding the wild birds and ensure dogs are kept away from them. Any deceased wild birds found should be reported directly to DEFRA.
