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Several dead geese and ducks recovered from North Charleston’s Quarterman Pond
Live 5 News • • health
Key Points:
- The City of North Charleston has found several dead geese and ducks at Quaterman’s Pond, with avian influenza (bird flu) suspected as the cause.
- Bird flu cases may rise during the seasonal bird migration and can affect both animals and, in some cases, humans.
- Residents, especially backyard poultry owners, are advised to avoid contact with dead or sick birds and keep pets away from wildlife carcasses.
- People should monitor their flocks for illness and report any dead or sick birds at Quaterman’s Pond to North Charleston Animal Control without disturbing them.
- The city is actively monitoring the situation and will provide updates as more information becomes available.
