It was in 2005 that the Avian Flu had caused the death of 141 people in Indonesia and unfortunately according to the reports coming in it seems that the virus has come back again this year. However, the H5N1 virus has not yet resulted in any fatalities but authorities have warned that the flu should not be taken lightly this time around.

Initial cases were reported immediately, thanks to the authorities following the national and global alert procedures. According to the information available, chickens had died in Deli Serdang regency in North Sumatra, Surakarta, Central Java and Garut regency.

Local governments have not wasted any time in responding to the reports of chickens dying suddenly. Authorities have taken sufficient measures by taking the necessary precautions and distributing brochures that raise awareness regarding the condition.

Mass culling of chickens took place in Deli Serdang and the instant officials were informed about the development. Apart from that, a disinfectant was sprayed in places where the suspected chickens had died to ensure that the virus is subdued immediately.

However, blame for the delay in reporting the virus has been leveled on farmers who continue to keep the same point of view before the virus had caused so many deaths. Farm owners have continued to remain complacent and have not paid any attention to maintaining hygiene in chicken pens.