Introduction: The town of Litchfield, Connecticut, is home to agricultural communities, including the Litchfield Farm Community, where avian influenza (bird flu) poses a significant risk. This highly contagious viral disease affects poultry, with potential zoonotic transmission to humans, leading to severe public health risks. Human cases of avian influenza can lead to severe respiratory illness and carries a high mortality rate if not promptly treated.
This Emergency Disaster Plan is designed to address emergency response and preparedness for the potential outbreak, ensuring minimal disruption to the agricultural sector and safeguarding human health.