Avian Flu Tests On Dead Wild Bird In Scotland, DEFRA

... Preliminary tests have found highly pathogenic H5 avian flu in a sample from a swan found dead in Fife, Scotland. The preliminary results were reported this afternoon. The exact strain of the virus is not yet known, tests are continuing and a further result is expected tomorrow. Exercise Hawthorn, the UK exercise for Avian Influenza has been brought to an end by the UK's Chief Veterinary Officer Debby Reynolds... click link for more info. ...