Two exclusion zones have been introduced after a fifth case was found near Market Bosworth.
The UK's chief vet said there was a very low risk to the public from avian fluThe fifth case in the county has been found on premises near Market Bosworth.Two zones - one 3km and another 10km - have been put in place around the site, with extra security measures for bird owners within the zones.The council said the public health risk from avian influenza was "very low".
Signage is also being put in place on roads around the 10km zone to inform drivers they are entering a restricted area.Deborah Taylor, cabinet member for regulatory services, said: "It's important we all do what we can to reduce the spread of the disease and we are continuing to work closely with the government.
Measures for owners inside the zones include keeping records of visitors, tracking movement of any poultry projects and keeping any birds housed or isolated.
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