Overview
- California Department of Fish and Wildlife says preliminary tests on two Canada goose carcasses from Cameron Park Lake show avian influenza.
- Wildlife rescuers reported 14 geese found in recent days, with five dead and the remainder euthanized after severe neurological symptoms.
- Observed signs include spinning in circles, pronounced lethargy, wobbling and head-swiveling, according to on-scene rescuers.
- Officials report the situation currently appears limited to El Dorado County with no avian flu deaths reported in Sacramento or Yolo counties.
- Human risk is described as minimal, and the public is urged not to handle sick or dead birds and to report cases to park staff or CDFW at 916-358-2790.