Zoo and zoo Berlin closed due to mouth and claw disease!

Zoo and zoo Berlin closed due to mouth and claw disease!

In Germany, the mouth and claw disease (MKS) broke out again after 35 years. The virus was discovered in water buffalo in Hönow in Brandenburg, which had to lead to the immediate closure of Zoo and Zoo Berlin. Due to the high risk of infection at the banks of the couple, the popular attractions remain closed for an indefinite period to protect the health of the other animals, as reported. Despite the cold weather, the closure, which many visitors pulled in front of the closed goals on Saturday, which were instead redirected to the aquarium.

As a preventive measure, the state of Brandenburg had around 200 pigs kill in the neighboring district of Barnim to prevent further spread of the virus. Agricultural Minister Hanka Mittelstädt pointed out the extreme economic damage that can cause such an outbreak, and reminded of the devastating epidemic in Great Britain in 2001. To avoid a repetition, strict measures, including an animal transport ban, were taken and a restricted circuit was built around the affected company. As Tagesspiegel remains the exact introduction of the virus until now, while experts from one go out longer infection time.

The reactions to the outbreak are far: In the upcoming agricultural fair "Green Week" there will be no presentation of cattle, sheep or goats. These drastic measures are necessary to contain the epidemic and protect the animal stocks. In Berlin, a crisis staff also became active to monitor the situation and take effective measures. Experts warn that inadequate control and rapid distribution can have serious consequences for animal -keeping companies.

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