Avian influenza has been confirmed in a backyard flock in Kanawha County, according to state officials.
The West Virginia Department of Agriculture says the highly pathogenic strain was identified after testing, and the property is now under quarantine to protect nearby flocks and the food supply.
This marks the sixth case in backyard birds in the state since 2022.
The virus spreads through the air, waste, and contaminated surfaces, often carried by wild waterfowl.
Health officials say the risk to the public remains low, and properly cooked poultry and eggs are safe to eat.
Anyone noticing sudden illness or deaths in birds is urged to contact the state’s animal health division.