VICEMERGENCY has issued an update on the H7N8 avian influenza (bird flu) status for Euroa, Longwood, and surrounds effective from 28 April.
The announcement said the response to the bird flu outbreaks on four Euroa properties at the start of the year was continuing.
The updated and continuing warning is relevant to all bird owners, including poultry producers, bird keepers, and pet bird owners, as well as recreational game bird hunters.
Existing control and restricted areas have been removed and replaced with a five-kilometre control area around the four affected properties near Euroa.
The control area still includes Euroa and parts of Longwood.
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The warning message replaces the community information issued on 16 April and urges all bird owners to regularly check their birds.
Many species of wild birds, including waterfowl and seabirds can also carry the virus.
Unexplained bird illness or deaths should be notified to a local vet or by calling the VicEmergency hotline on 1800 226 226 or the Emergency Animal Disease Hotline on 1800 675 888.
Agriculture Victoria said eggs and poultry products from supermarkets are safe to consume.
The next update is expected by May 12 at 6:30pm or as the situation changes.
