ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - A highly contagious case of bird flu has been confirmed in Henry County.

The Georgia Department of Agriculture said the case was found in a non-commercial, backyard flock.

The flock consists of approximately 45 birds.

The agency said no affected animals have entered the food chain.

The risk of human infection remains very low, according to the department.

The department said it is the first confirmed case in Georgia since January.

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