Lisle, IL – Bird Flu (Avian Influenza H5) is spreading across the United States and has been positively identified in multiple bird species in Illinois. In addition, there have been recent outbreaks identified in poultry & dairy cows and positive human cases in dairy & poultry workers.

While the current public health risk is low, the DuPage County Health Department, Illinois Department of Natural Resources, Forest Preserve District of DuPage County, and other local & state partners are closely monitoring the situation.

Below are some helpful facts, tips, and resources:

• H5 bird flu is widespread in wild birds worldwide
• Do not handle or attempt to capture waterfowl or other wild birds displaying signs of illness
• Dogs and other pets should be kept away from the carcasses of birds that may have died from bird flu
• If bird carcasses need to be disposed of, following guidance from the Illinois Department of Public Health
• Report concentrations of five or more deceased birds found at one location to Illinois Department of Natural Resources wildlife biologists

Our local & state health departments and forest preserve districts offer the following information to learn more about the most recent outbreak of bird flu.

DuPage County Health Department
Illinois Department of Public Health
Forest Preserve District of DuPage County
Contact Illinois Department of Natural Resources

The Lisle Park District provides a variety of leisure activities for people of all ages throughout the year. Park district facilities include Lisle Community Park, home to the all-inclusive Discovery Playground and Community Park Public Boat Launch; the Recreation Center, which houses Gentle Learning Preschool, SEASPAR, the Senior Center, and multipurpose rooms; the Community Center, which contains studios for dance and group fitness classes; Sea Lion Aquatic Park; The Museums at Lisle Station Park; River Bend Golf Course and numerous neighborhood playgrounds and park amenities, such as tennis courts, pickleball courts, ball fields, soccer fields, walking paths and picnic areas totaling close to 400 acres. It is the mission of the Lisle Park District to enrich the quality of life for people of all ages by providing constructive and creative leisure opportunities. For more information about the Lisle Park District, visit lisleparkdistrict.org or call 630-964-3410.