A case of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed in commercial poultry near Hallow, Malvern Hills, Worcestershire, as reported by the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA). The announcement was made on X, formerly known as Twitter, urging bird keepers to remain vigilant and adhere to strict biosecurity measures to prevent further outbreaks. This confirmation comes amid growing concerns over bird flu, with two additional cases reported earlier on the same day at large commercial poultry sites in Norfolk. The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) confirmed the presence of the H5N1 virus near Attleborough and another location near Feltwell. In response, a 3km protection zone and a 10km surveillance zone have been established around these sites, and all affected poultry will be humanely culled. Earlier in the week, a case was also identified at a turkey farm near Wells-next-the-Sea, and on 31 October, the virus was detected at a large poultry unit near Ormesby St Margaret. Defra has implemented an "avian influenza prevention zone" across Great Britain, mandating strict biosecurity and hygiene protocols for poultry keepers with more than 50 birds and vendors of poultry products. Defra has stated that the risk to the public remains very low but has advised against touching or moving any dead or sick wild birds. The situation is being closely monitored as authorities work to contain the spread of the virus. In France, a severe outbreak has led to the culling of thousands of migratory cranes, highlighting the ongoing threat posed by avian influenza across Europe.