ASF outbreak in the Volgograd region: measures to eliminate and prevent the spread of the disease

Elimination of the outbreak of the disease and removal of the pig population

First of all, measures were taken to localize and eliminate the outbreak of the disease. All pigs located on the infected farm were seized and destroyed under the strict control of the veterinary service. Disinfection measures were also carried out to prevent the spread of the virus beyond the outbreak.

Quarantine measures and restriction of access to the territory To prevent the spread of the virus, a quarantine

was introduced in the area of ​​the outbreak of the disease. Checkpoints were set up along access roads to the contaminated site and access to the site was temporarily blocked. This made it possible to limit the movement of people and animals, which reduced the risk of spreading the virus. Veterinary treatment and vaccination of animals Veterinary services in the region have begun to carry out activities provided for by veterinary legislation. In particular, pig farms and surrounding areas were treated with special disinfectants. Work has also been carried out to vaccinate pigs located near the outbreak of the disease in order to increase their resistance to the virus. Educational work and informing the population The regional authorities and the veterinary service carried out active explanatory work among the population of Surovikino and surrounding areas. Residents were informed about ASF symptoms , precautions and the need to comply with quarantine requirements. Meetings were also held with farmers and pig farm owners to explain to them the importance of animal vaccination and compliance with veterinary rules. Cooperation with neighboring regions and exchange of information To effectively monitor the situation and prevent the spread of ASF to other regions, the authorities of the Volgograd region worked closely with neighboring regions. Information was exchanged about the situation with the disease, measures being taken and research being carried out . This made it possible to coordinate actions and respond in a timely manner to any changes in the epidemiological situation.