Great Egret tests positive for H5N1 virus
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The Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department said today (February 9) that the Great Egret found earlier in Yuen Long was confirmed to be H5N1 positive after a series of laboratory tests.
The bird carcass was found and collected on February 2 at Tam Kon Chau, Yuen Long. Great Egret is a common resident and winter visitor to Hong Kong.
A department spokesman reminded people to observe good personal hygiene.
"They should avoid personal contact with wild birds or live poultry and clean their hands thoroughly after coming into contact with them," he said.
Ends/Saturday, February 9, 2008
Issued at HKT 16:42
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