Bird deaths on the Nistru linked to avian flu, confirms ANSA
The cause of death for the birds found on the Nistru, near the village of Pohrebea in the Dubasari district, has been determined. According to Gheorghe Hajder, the Minister of Environment, laboratory tests have confirmed the presence of the bird flu virus.
The cause of death for the birds in the Pohrebea area has been determined. According to a report from the National Food Safety Agency (ANSA), laboratory tests confirmed the presence of the avian influenza virus. ANSA noted that this is not the first occurrence of the virus in the region, as similar cases have been reported along the Nistru.
This announcement follows the discovery of several dead birds, including swans and cormorants, found on the water and along the banks of the Nistru on March 22. This raised concerns among the public, particularly in light of recent pollution from petroleum substances.
Initially, authorities considered a potential link between the water contamination and the birds' deaths. However, the results from ANSA specialists indicate that the avian influenza virus is the cause of the fatalities.
Authorities are planning to implement additional measures to prevent the spread of the virus.
Several dead birds were also discovered near the banks of the Nistru and in the vicinity of the Soroca Fortress. It is still unclear whether these deaths are related to possible water pollution.
ANSA inspectors visited the site on Tuesday, March 24, to conduct investigations. The exact cause of death will be confirmed after analyzing the collected samples.
