H5N1 bird flu hits Georgia’s poultry industry marking the first commercial outbreak in the state Learn CDC prevention tips to protect public health and livelihoods

Highly infectious H5N1 virus, also known as the bird flu virus has tightened its grip on the United States. For the first time, Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI), has been detected in a commercial poultry flock in Georgia.

Georgia has confirmed its first bird flu outbreak in a commercial poultry flock, marking a significant threat to the state’s top agricultural sector. The H5N1 strain was detected in Elbert County. Authorities have suspended all poultry-related activities statewide to prevent further spread and safeguard the livelihoods of thousands of farmers.