The Department for the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs confirmed that strains of bird flu had been detected in Lancashire' s wild bird populations last week following a national outbreak. Here's what we know so far.
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A third swan was found trapped in netting at the side of the pond, and was found to be suffering from symptoms of bird flu, including confusion, cloudy eyes, and swelling. It was taken to the Veterinary Health Centre, where it was euthanised. Photo: Brambles Wildlife Rescue
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Two more swans at Cypress Point are reported to have died of suspected bird flu since Friday, November 12, bringing the total death count to nine so far. Photo: Brambles Wildlife Rescue
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A bird flu prevention zone was declared across Great Britain last week to stop the spread of the disease following outbreaks in Scotland and Wales.
The potentially deadly virus was confirmed at a farm in Salwick on the outskirts of Preston on Saturday. A temporary surveillance zone was set up spanning 10km in every direction from the farm, and all birds residing there must be culled to prevent further spread of the disease.
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A DEFRA spokesman said: "The Secretary of State has considered the findings of veterinary inquiries at a premises near Salwick, Fylde where avian influenza is suspected.
"The chief veterinary officer suspects the presence of H5N1 avian influenza. To reduce the risk of the transmission of avian influenza, the Secretary of State declares as a temporary control zone the areas around these premises."