The Town of Oliver is advising the public that Avian Influenza was the cause of death of birds found deceased in the area.

The Town sent a press release to area media, Friday afternoon at 3:15 p.m.

In general, members of the public should avoid handling live or dead wild birds. If you must handle a bird, always wear disposable gloves. Alternatively, slip a plastic bag over your hand or use a tool (like a stick) to transfer the bird into a box or container without direct contact.

Thoroughly wash your hands with soap and water, afterwards, and disinfect any surface that came into contact with the bird using alcohol, a diluted bleach solution, or a commercial cleaner.

If you observe clusters or groups of deceased birds, please submit a report by calling the Wild Bird Mortality Line at 1-8

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