Hundreds of dead ducks washed up on southern Lake Michigan shore. Why? And could it happen again?
While it's tragic and alarming to see a massive die-off, it's not uncommon for birds that travel in such large populations.
Dozens of dead birds wash up on Lake Michigan shore
Dozens of dead and sick birds are washing ashore on Lake Michigan beaches in Illinois and Wisconsin, suspected of having the bird flu, according to state officials.
Reports of dead birds washing up on Lake Michigan beaches sparking new fears over bird flu
Reports of dead birds washing up on beaches along Lake Michigan are sparking new fears over bird flu. Over the weekend, volunteers canvassed North Avenue Beach, disposing of a couple dozen birds, with dozens more washed out into the lake.
Experts reveal why so many dead birds are washing up on Lake Michigan's shore
Over the weekend and early Monday morning, a large number of dead birds were seen washed up on numerous beaches along Lake Michigan in Chicago.
Hundreds of Ducks Found Dead of Suspected Bird Flu Around Chicago
Roughly 200-300 ducks have been found dead in Chicago and the northern suburbs around Lake Michigan in recent days, according to a new report from local news outlet NBC5. The red-breasted mergansers have died of suspected bird flu,
Dozens of dead birds wash up on Lake Michigan shore, officials suspect bird flu
Dozens of dead and sick birds are washing ashore on Lake Michigan beaches in Illinois and Wisconsin, suspected of having the bird flu, according to state officials.
Suspected bird flu at park after swan deaths
A beauty spot in a seaside town has a suspected outbreak of avian influenza, also known as bird flu. Blackpool Council said several swans had died at the town's Stanley Park over the last few days. The deaths have been reported to the Department for Environment,
Chicago Bird Flu Outbreak Leaves Hundreds of Ducks 'Sick or Dead'
The infected birds "present with tremors and little ability to move," said a local conservation group tracking the outbreak.
Avian flu suspected in lakefront bird deaths
After multiple recent reports of ducks and geese washing up dead on Chicago's lakefront, Illinois wildlife officials tell Axios they believe the deaths are the result of a bird flu resurgence caused by warmer weather.
Hundreds of ducks die of bird flu along Lake Michigan shoreline
Monitors with an area bird tracking organization say that they've determined that a number of ducks have succumbed to bird flu​ along Lake Michigan. Marissa Sulek reports.
More dead birds found in Plymouth and other top stories
Bird flu might not be to blame for the latest cases of dead birds found in Plymouth. WBZ TV's Paula Ebben has that and more ...
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More than 100 dead birds found along lakefront beaches; avian flu suspected
As it mutates, the bird flu has seemingly been able to infect other bird species, pets, other kinds of animals and, on rare ...
Are Eggs Safe to Eat as Bird Flu Spreads?
Researchers have stressed that bird flu still poses a minimal risk to the general public, though that may change as the virus ...
Officials warn residents not to touch dead birds in Chicago amid bird flu outbreak
Officials urged residents of the Chicago area not to touch -- or let their pets touch -- dead or sick birds as a bird flu ...
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Dead birds at Kreider Farms egg facility in Dauphin County being tested for bird flu
Dr. Gregory Martin, with the Penn State Extension, says the testing will determine if the birds had avian flu or another ...
Lubbock health department confirms avian flu found in dead bird, no human cases reported
Lubbock Public Health has confirmed that Avian Flu has been detected in a dead bird within the city. Here's what we know so ...
Bird flu hits Montgomery County, with outbreak in backyard chickens
The highly contagious bird flu has hit Montgomery County, Maryland, where officials say a backyard flock of chickens tested ...
Dozens of dead geese reported near Warren Co. apartments
The Humane Association of Warren Co. told FOX19 NOW Monday that bird flu could be a possible cause of death for the birds.