Pfutsero, May 8 (MExN): Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Pfutsero in a circular informed the general public of Pfutsero Sub-Division that as per notification issued by the Deputy Commissioner, Phek in regard to outbreak of African Swine Fever (ASF) in Phek and Kiphire districts, the general public has been informed to remain vigilant and report any unusual mortality of domestic pigs and feral pigs to the office of Assistant Veterinary Surgeon, Pfutsero.
The following measures have been notified to the general public and pig farmers of Pfutsero Sub-Division to control and contain the spread of the contagious disease:-
• That it is highly infectious and contagious hemorrhagic viral disease of pigs and 100% fatal with no treatment and vaccine.
• That control, containment, surveillance and following of bio-security measures are the only way to eradicate the diseases.
• That village councils, public, pig farmers are to report unusual dead of pigs to the nearest veterinary health centres immediately.
Further, the Assistant Veterinary Surgeon, Pfutsero shall monitor the situation and create awareness to contain the spread of African Swine Flu, the ADC notified.
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