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Suspected Bird Flu Outbreak Kills Up to 15 Swans in Manchester Park
28 Oct
Summary
- Suspected bird flu outbreak discovered at Sale Water Park in Greater Manchester
- Up to 15 swans have recently died or been euthanized due to suspected avian flu
- Emergency services and RSPCA responded to rescue sick swans and investigate the virus
On October 28, 2025, a suspected outbreak of bird flu has been discovered at Sale Water Park in Greater Manchester. According to reports, up to 15 swans have recently died or had to be humanely euthanized by the RSPCA due to suspected avian influenza.
Emergency services were called to the park just before noon on Saturday to assist the RSPCA in rescuing two swans believed to be carrying the disease. The rescued swans were later euthanized after tests confirmed the presence of the virus.
Trafford Council has stated that further tests are underway to definitively confirm the outbreak of bird flu in the affected birds. The RSPCA has expressed concern over the situation, noting the significant number of swans that have already succumbed to the suspected illness.
Authorities are now working to investigate the extent of the outbreak and take necessary measures to contain the spread of the virus within the park and surrounding areas. The public has been advised to avoid close contact with any sick or dead birds and to report any sightings to the relevant authorities.
