New York City, bird flu and avian

Race to sell chickens after New York City live poultry markets ordered shut due to avian flu
New York has ordered a weeklong shutdown of all live bird markets in New York City, Westchester and Long Island after seven cases of avian flu were detected at bird markets in the city.
Live Bird Markets Ordered to Close in New York After Avian Flu Is Found
The order affects roughly 80 markets in New York City and in several nearby counties. New Jersey is also asking its live markets to voluntarily clean, disinfect and temporarily close.
New York Is Shutting Down Live Bird Markets After Finding Bird Flu
The order requires market owners to sell or otherwise remove all live birds and conduct a thorough cleaning and disinfection of their facilities—even if bird flu wasn't detected there. All markets must remain closed for five days after the cleaning to confirm they are free of the H5N1 bird flu virus so that the virus won't spread again when live animals are reintroduced.
New York City zoos taking precautions after several ducks die from avian flu, others being tested
New York City zoos are taking extra precautions after announcing the deaths of several ducks and wild birds amid concerns of an avian flu outbreak.
Avian flu suspected in up to 15 bird deaths at New York City zoos
NEW YORK — At least three and possibly up to 15 birds have died of avian flu at two New York City zoos, according to the organization that operates the facilities.
New bird flu cases hit New York City zoos
The nationwide bird flu outbreak has hit two New York City zoos amid growing concern about the virus dangers and a sharp rise in egg prices. NBC News' Shaquille Brewster reports.
New York City Zoos Mourning the Deaths of Ducks and Wild Birds After 15 Contract and Die From Deadly Avian Flu Virus
Unprecedented Number of Avian Flu Virus Cases Contaminating Zoos, Poultry, and Dairy Farms and Live Markets Across the United States
New York shuts down live poultry markets after bird flu detected
Live bird markets in New York City, Long Island and Westchester County will be shut down for a week after seven cases of ...
Officials urge caution amid rising bird flu cases in NYC
New York City officials are urging residents to use caution if they spot a sick or dead bird. While the risk to New Yorkers is low, H5N1, known as bird flu, has been ...