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African Swine Fever Detected in Wild Boars Triggers NRW Containment Zone

Authorities have imposed strict fencing, hunting curbs, biosecurity protocols around Sauerland to restrict virus spread.

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Ein Wildschwein steht in freier Natur

Overview

  • The Kreis Olpe Tierseuchenverordnung enforces a hunting moratorium, transport restrictions and mandatory disinfection measures within the infected zone.
  • Authorities have confirmed African swine fever in five wild boars found near Kirchhundem and deployed detection dogs to search for further carcasses.
  • The infected zone extends roughly 15 kilometres around the initial outbreak site, covering parts of Hochsauerland and Siegen-Wittgenstein.
  • Pig farms in the region must house livestock indoors, report sick or dead animals and follow rigorous biosecurity protocols to prevent transmission.
  • Officials stress there is no threat to human health but warn that further spread could cripple the local pig industry and trigger trade bans.