Focar de variolă ovină și caprină în Brăila. 50 de experți veterinari au fost mobilizați pentru a limita răspândirea virusului - WOWbiz.ro

A significant outbreak of sheep and goat pox has been confirmed in Măxineni, Brăila, prompting the mobilization of 50 veterinary experts for control measures. The National Sanitary Veterinary and Food Safety Authority (ANSVSA) is leading the efforts to assess the epidemiological situation and prevent the virus's spread. Four sheepfolds with 1,562 sheep are affected, with symptoms reported by farmers. Laboratory tests confirmed the presence of the virus, and authorities are monitoring animal movement to enforce compliance with health measures. Rapid intervention is crucial to protect healthy livestock and prevent further outbreaks.