Outbreak linked to hundreds of bird deaths comes to Utah

Outbreak linked to hundreds of bird deaths comes to Utah

LOGAN, Utah (AP) — A salmonella outbreak linked to the deaths of hundreds of songbirds has come to Utah and officials are asking people to immediately remove or clean their bird feeders. The outbreak has affected multiple states and infected birds have been found from Salt Lake all the way up to Cache Valley. Salmonella is spread through contaminated feces. Symptoms include ruffled feathers, rapid breathing, lethargy and weakness. Anyone who finds more than five sick or dead birds in their yard is being asked to contact the nearest state wildlife office for testing.