High Pathogenic AI Spread... Nationwide 24-Hour Temporary Movement Suspension Order

[Asia Economy Reporter Cho Hyun-ui] As highly pathogenic avian influenza (AI) continues to occur sporadically, a nationwide temporary movement restriction order has been issued again to prevent further spread. Since the first case of highly pathogenic AI occurred at a domestic poultry farm on the 26th of last month, this is the second time the Central Disaster and Safety Countermeasures Headquarters (CDSCH) has issued a nationwide temporary movement restriction order, following the 48-hour order from the 12th to the 13th.

The Central Disaster and Safety Countermeasures Headquarters (CDSCH) announced that from 0:00 on the 27th, a 24-hour temporary movement restriction order will be enforced nationwide on livestock, workers, and vehicles related to poultry farms and livestock facilities. Violating the temporary movement restriction order may result in imprisonment for up to one year or a fine of up to 10 million won.

The CDSCH plans to form an emergency central inspection team to monitor compliance with the temporary movement restriction order and conduct thorough disinfection of all poultry farms, livestock facilities, vehicles, and migratory bird habitats nationwide.

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