The H5N1 bird flu virus has been found in a dairy herd in North Carolina, said state Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler on Wednesday, making it the seventh state in a little over two weeks to report infected cattle
The discovery in United States dairy cows of the bird flu strain known as H5N1 marks the first known cases of avian influenza in cattle. Scientists have long feared the virus for its potential to cause a human pandemic, and since humans are usually fully involved in the care of dairy cows, the19 feared "jump" could be around the corner.
A cool, clear night in Mount Airy was split by the discordant clang of the fire bell. A dozen men leapt from their beds. They ran to the fire house and drew the…