RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - The Nevada Department of Agriculture says they have detected Avian Flu in dairy cattle in Churchill County.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that the risk to humans remains low, and officials have reassured residents that pasteurized milk and dairy products remain entirely safe for consumption. According to the USDA, pasteurization effectively eliminates any potential threat from HPAI.

The new Nevada State Veterinarian, Dr. Pete Rolfe, discussed the importance of fighting domestic animal diseases. “They impact trade of animals internationally with other countries, and it really make