12/02/2025
all 4-H Poultry Volunteers
Subject: Important Information on Avian Influenza (Bird Flu)
Dear 4-H Poultry Volunteers,
The 4-H Small Animal Committee would like to share some important information with you about HPA1, commonly known as Avian Influenza or Bird Flu. There have been confirmed cases of Avian Influenza in Washington State, and we encourage you to take a moment to learn more about the disease.
Because Avian Influenza can spread from birds to humans, it’s important to be aware of both animal biosecurity practices and human safety measures. The Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) provides excellent resources to help us stay informed and prepared.
Please take a few minutes to review WSDA’s media release here:
WSDA News Release on Avian Influenza, including educational resources (https://agr.wa.gov/about-wsda/news-and-media-relations/news-releases?article=45183)
For ongoing updates and detailed guidance, visit the WSDA Avian Influenza website:
WSDA Avian Influenza Information (https://agr.wa.gov/departments/animals-livestock-and-pets/avian-health/avian-influenza/bird-flu)
We encourage you to share resources from the above websites with your 4-H youth, families, and fellow volunteers so that everyone can stay safe and informed.
Thank you for your continued dedication to 4-H and for helping us protect both our communities and our animals. Please reach out to your local 4-H Coordinator if you have any questions.
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Kayla Wells-Yoakum
4-H Director, WSU Extension
222 N. Havanna St., Suite 300, Spokane, WA 99202
Phone: 509-640-0405
Email: [email protected]
https://extension.wsu.edu/4h/
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