Swine Fever Outbreak Kills Dozens of Pigs in Rautahat's Chandrapur Municipality

Summary

Swine fever outbreak in Chandrapur Municipality, Rautahat, has killed dozens of pigs with ongoing vaccinations planned amidst a vaccine shortage.

Key Points
  • Swine fever has caused the death of 14 pigs in Rajpeda village, Chandrapur Municipality-5.
  • A pig in Chandranigahapur-4 also died from swine fever.
  • The disease spreads through infected pigs, piglets, meat, and contact with infected animals.
  • Vaccination drives are planned in all wards of Chandrapur Municipality but are delayed due to vaccine shortages.
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