The "hits" keep on coming!-----Bird Flu Outbreak Rages for Second Year as Virus Detected in Southern California

Bird Flu Outbreak Rages for Second Year as Virus Detected in Southern California

• The virus has been detected in Southern California’s wild bird population for the first time.

"We have just passed a grim anniversary. The US and the rest of the world are entering the second year of dealing with a very infectious and virulent avian flu (aka bird flu).

The current clade of H5N1 virus, called clade 2.3.4.4b, appears well-adapted to spread efficiently among wild birds and poultry in many regions of the world...

The epidemic has already cost the nation hundreds of millions while contributing to shortages in eggs and poultry products and adding to the impact of inflation on consumers...