*OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR*  
*Governor Kim Reynolds *★ *Lt. Governor Adam Gregg*  

  
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Friday, November 17, 2023  
CONTACT: Kollin Crompton, (515) 745-2840,  [email protected] 
  

*Gov. Reynolds Extends Disaster Proclamation for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in 6 Counties* 

  
DES MOINES – Today Gov. Kim Reynolds announced the extension of a disaster proclamation [ [link removed] ] for Buena Vista, Clay, Hamilton, Kossuth, Pocahontas, and Taylor Counties effective immediately through December 17, 2023. The USDA has confirmed positive cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in all 6 counties. 

 

This proclamation allows state resources from Iowa Homeland Security, the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship, and other agencies to assist with tracking and monitoring, rapid detection, containment, disposal, and disinfection. The proclamation also waives regulatory provisions related to commercial vehicles responding to affected sites. 

 

The recent HPAI detections in birds do not present an immediate public health concern, and it remains safe to eat poultry products. If producers suspect signs of HPAI in their flocks, they should contact their veterinarian immediately. 

 

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