Officials Confirm Avian Flu Outbreak Among Goose Flocks Near Reno-Sparks
Nevada wildlife and public health officials have confirmed an outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza affecting goose flocks in the Reno-Sparks area.
Reno, NV, October 14, 2026 —
Nevada wildlife and public health officials have confirmed an outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza affecting goose flocks in the Reno-Sparks area. The information provided identifies geese as the affected birds and places the outbreak in the Reno-Sparks area.
The confirmation was attributed jointly to state wildlife and public health officials. The information does not identify the specific agencies, name an official who made the confirmation or provide a date for the announcement. It also does not state how many flocks or birds are affected, when the outbreak began or how it was detected.
No details were provided about the geographic boundaries of the affected area, whether testing is continuing, or whether officials have announced any response measures. The information also does not describe any effects on people, domestic poultry or other wildlife. Those details cannot be established from the available account.
The confirmed information is limited to an outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza among goose flocks in the Reno-Sparks area. No figures, timeline, statements from officials or additional findings were included. As a result, the extent of the outbreak and any subsequent developments remain unspecified in the information provided.
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