Suspected Cases of Bird 'flu in Thanet and Canterbury

There are reports of suspected cases of bird flu in Thanet and Canterbury.

As a precaution, and in line with government guidance, work has started to put signs out, at rural paths in Ebbsfleet through Plucks Gutter to St Nicholas and Sarre, to warn the public.

Signs include important messages warning people not to handle dead birds or any other wildlife. They also advise against feeding birds and have information on how to report dead birds or other wildlife.

Where warning signs are in place, dog owners are advised to keep their pets on a lead and away from any dead wildlife.

Any wildlife found should be reported to Thanet District Council using the online form: https://www.thanet.gov.uk/info-pages/wildlife-reporting/ or by calling 01843 577 000 (office hours only).

Trained officers from the council are responsible for their collection and disposal.

Government advice is that bird flu is primarily a disease of birds and the risk to the general public’s health is very low.