Dead Vultures Cause Concern for Possible Avian Flu in SWVA

Dead vultures cause concern for possible avian flu in SWVA

GLADE SPRING, Va. (WJHL) - A growing number of dead vultures has raised concerns about avian flu spreading throughout Southwest Virginia, including in Glade Spring. According to the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR), an outbreak of avian flu in waterfowl began nationwide about four years ago. Migrating birds have spread the disease to other bird species, including vultures. John Tracy, a wildlife veterinarian at DRW, said a case of…

Two Southwest Virginia localities having dead vultures tested for avian flu

Another Southwest Virginia locale is asking residents to be cautious if they spot dead vulture...