Seoul: South Korea has confirmed two additional cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza at poultry farms in the central and southwestern regions, bringing the total number of cases this season to 26, authorities reported.

According to Yonhap News Agency, the latest cases were detected at a duck farm in the county of Eumseong, North Chungcheong Province, and at a chicken farm in Naju, South Jeolla Province. The Central Disaster Management Headquarters has taken immediate action by restricting entry to the affected farms. Measures have been initiated to cull poultry and investigate the outbreaks to prevent further spread.

Authorities have also implemented a temporary standstill on relevant facilities and farming vehicles in the affected areas to control the situation effectively. The response aims to contain the virus and minimize its impact on the poultry industry in the regions.