In response to a recent avian influenza outbreak, New York State has temporarily closed all live poultry markets in New York City, Long Island, and Westchester County.
Seven cases of bird flu were detected during routine inspections in the Bronx, Brooklyn, and Queens.
Governor Kathy Hochul announced the closures as a precautionary measure to prevent the virus from spreading further.
The affected markets are required to depopulate infected flocks, thoroughly clean and disinfect their facilities, and remain closed for a minimum of five days post-cleaning.
They will only be permitted to reopen after passing a cleaning and disinfection inspection by the Department of Agriculture and Markets. […]
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