Panic gripped the Naugachhia sub-division in Bhagalpur district after nearly 150 crows were found dead in the fields near the Kutchery grounds. The unusual sight raised alarms among locals about a potential outbreak. However, the Animal Husbandry Department has stepped in to clarify the situation and ease public fears regarding any epidemic.
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Investigation and Lab Tests
To determine the exact cause of death, authorities have collected blood samples and carcasses. These have been sent to the Bihar State Animal Hospital in Patna and the Regional Disease Diagnostic Laboratory (RDDL) in Kolkata for forensic analysis. According to the District Animal Husbandry Officer, prima facie evidence does not suggest Bird Flu, but scientific investigations are ongoing to rule out all possibilities.
Possible Causes Suspected
Forest officials suggest that the deaths might not be viral. Several factors are being looked into by the experts:
- Extreme cold weather conditions prevailing in the region.
- Possible poisoning due to pesticides or insecticides used in nearby fields.
- Consumption of contaminated food sources in the open fields.
Safety Measures Taken
The administration has advised people not to panic. A team equipped with PPE kits has collected the carcasses and disposed of them using scientific methods. Intensive sanitization of the affected area has also been carried out to ensure safety.
