Bird flu warnings have been issued in two Kent districts after dead wildlife was found and an outbreak was discovered at a poultry farm.

Several birds and other animals have died in the Chistlet Marshes, near Canterbury.

It is thought that they succumbed to suspected avian influenza.

Meanwhile, an outbreak of the virus has been confirmed at a farm in Lydd - where all the poultry will be culled.

Canterbury City Council has put out a warning to locals, especially dog walkers.

A spokesperson said: “Sadly, today we have to announce that a number of birds have been found dead in the Chislet Marshes area of the district with suspected avian influenza.

“Avian influenza, commonly referred to as bird flu, is circulating in seabirds and other wildlife in the area

“If you see a dead bird or ot

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