Australia faces H5N1 bird flu threat as storms bring infected seabirds

Australians are warned of potential H5N1 bird flu outbreaks as storms in the Southern Ocean could bring more sick seabirds to the coastline this week. Two infected birds were found near Esperence last week, raising fears for native wildlife. Authorities urge vigilance as biosecurity measures are in place to handle possible infections.

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