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Branstad declares state of emergency over avian flu

The continued spread of avian flu among commercial poultry operations in Iowa has prompted Governor Terry Branstad to declare a state of emergency.

Branstad says the proclamation will allow state agencies to better utilize resources to help respond to the outbreaks.  It also authorizes the state Department of Transportation and other agencies to plan travel routes for vehicles hauling products related to poultry as well as those involved in the removal of both live and dead birds.

Link to news release on Iowa Governor’s web site