Bird Flu Cases Surge Across Australia, Mass Mortality Feared

Australia has confirmed 53 detections of H5N1 bird flu, with authorities warning of potential mass mortality among wild birds and poultry.

The outbreak has spread rapidly, prompting emergency measures and heightened biosecurity.

South Australia has become the epicentre, recording another 20 cases in a single day.

Veterinarians and wildlife carers are bracing for a catastrophic impact on seabirds and waterfowl populations.