Cases of Avian Flu Found in Dead Birds Confirmed by Lubbock Public Health

LUBBOCK, TX — Lubbock Public Health announced on Friday, January 31, that confirmed positive cases of the Avian Flu have been found after testing different bird carcasses from within the city.

"Lubbock Public Health (LPH) confirms positive cases of Avian Flu after testing the remains of deceased birds within the city," the City of Lubbock said. "Right now, there are no confirmed human cases of the Avian Flu in Lubbock." 

LPH and Lubbock Animal Services (LAS) urge citizens not to handle dead animal carcasses, but rather to contact LAS by phone at 806-775-2057, or submit a request for removal through the MyLBK app. Links to download the app from both Google and Apple app stores can be found at mylubbock.us/app.