Hawaii Confirms First Avian Flu Outbreak Amid Rising Concerns

Hawaii has reported its first bird flu outbreak, with ducks and geese on Oahu testing positive for the H5N1 virus, likely brought by migratory birds. Over 70 birds have been culled, and residents are advised to avoid sick or dead birds. The outbreak coincides with a Canadian teenager contracting a mutated strain of bird flu, raising concerns about potential human transmission. Experts warn that each infection increases the risk of mutations that could facilitate human-to-human spread, potentially leading to a new pandemic.