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Updates on current disease outbreaks are listed here as they occur and will include the date listed, disease name, location and current status. Specific premises will not be named but the general location by town, county and state will be listed. When locations, events or horses are at risk they will be listed. Updates will be posted as they are received.



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Pierce County, WA
Outbreak Identifier: 5096
Alert ID: 2449
February 28, 2022
Confirmed Case(s) - Voluntary Quarantine

Washington State Veterinary Office

Number Confirmed: 1;
Facility Type: Farm;
Notes: A horse on a farm in Pierce County has tested positive for Strangles and the premises is under a  voluntary quarantine and working with private vet on biosecurity and treatment. For more information about Strangles go to: Strangles factsheet.