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

  
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Sunday, June 2, 2024 
CONTACT: Kollin Crompton, (515) 745-2840,  [email protected] 
  

Gov. Reynolds Announces Disaster Proclamation for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in Cherokee County 

  
DES MOINES – Today, Gov. Kim Reynolds authorized a disaster proclamation for Cherokee County, Iowa effective immediately through July 2, 2024. The USDA has confirmed a positive case of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in a commercial turkey flock. 

 

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. 

 

A copy of the proclamation is forthcoming. 

 

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