United Farm Workers @UFWupdates There is an active outbreak of avian flu (H5 influenza) in dairy herds in Washington State, particularly the Yakima Valley. A number of dairy workers have been infected, with at least one death. Speaking with workers we believe the official case numbers are a vast undercount. 1/

United Farm Workers @UFWupdates: Nov10 We have now connected with a number of workers and have confirmed that more workers are sick with avian flu symptoms who have not been tested. Their symptoms range from very mild to very severe.

United Farm Workers @UFWupdates . Nov 10 The workers report symptoms that range from mild upper respiratory infection with pinkeye to severe flu symptoms with bone pain, severe cough and high fever We do not have reports that indicate human to human transmission, just workplace exposure to infected animals and milk.

United Farm Workers @UFWupdates . Nov 10 Given the current and ongoing ICE surge in the Yakima Valley, many or most of the workers are understandably reluctant to proactively engage with public agencies. Most workers report being given goggles and PPE, but they need comprehensive training on risk and best practices