Update on HPAI/H5N1 from DATCP for Poultry

Since December 12, 2024, the ​Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has identified three cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI H5N1) in poultry flocks in Wisconsin. In the past 30 days, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has confirmed 109 flocks in 21 states. Access the map of detections.

Biosecurity

DATCP continues to urge all livestock owners to implement strong biosecurity measures to protect their flocks and herds from HPAI H5N1. This includes washing hands, disinfecting equipment, restricting access to animals, and separating new additions to the flock or herd for at least 30 days. Poultry owners are asked, when possible, to keep their birds indoors.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

DATCP and the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) continue to work together to provide information on personal protective equipment (PPE). DHS advises those working with animals to take precautions and wear PPE per CDC guidance. Producers and processors can request PPE from the DHS medical stockpile. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the public health risk from H5N1 detections remains low.

Human Health Precautions

• Human cases of H5N1 have been reported following exposure to infected animals.
  • Access the confirmed cases and exposure sources for human infections.
• Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) advises those working with animals to take precautions and wear PPE per CDC guidance.
  • Request PPE from Wisconsin DHS medical stockpile.
• According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the public health risk from H5N1 detections remains low.

For more information, resources and updates on HPAI in poultry in Wisconsin, visit the DATCP website.