1 Aug, 10:08··
Coronavirus Restrictions Hit Eastern Border
Finnish border guards closed the border due to bird flu. Restrictions are in place near the border. The goal is to stop the spread of the disease.
The Finnish border was closed because of African bird flu. The disease started in Russia. It is spreading to Finland. People near the border cannot pick berries in the forest. The Food and Veterinary Service made these rules.
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Highlights
Border Closures Due to Bird Flu
Finnish border guards closed the eastern border crossings because of African bird flu.
Bird Flu Origin in Russia
The bird flu is believed to have started in wild birds in Russia.
Restrictions on Forest Picking
People near the border cannot pick berries in forests.
Food Service Imposes Restrictions
The Finnish Food and Veterinary Service set the restrictions.
Flu Does Not Affect Humans
The bird flu does not affect people.
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