Bird Flu Detected in Lincoln Wastewater: Nebraska Health Officials Report Avian Influenza Findings
In a significant discovery, the Lincoln-Lancaster Health Department announced that avian influenza, also known as bird flu, has been detected in a wastewater sample from the Northeast Water Resource Recovery Facility. This finding is part of the ongoing efforts by WasteWaterSCAN, which has been testing samples across the US since May 2024, including two sites in Lincoln, to monitor and track the spread of diseases. The presence of bird flu in wastewater highlights the importance of surveillance and public health measures to prevent the transmission of infectious diseases. As concerns about waterborne diseases and avian influenza continue to rise, such detections play a crucial role in informing health policies and protecting community health.
