Maul and claw disease: Berlin extends transport ban until January 2025!

Maul and claw disease: Berlin extends transport ban until January 2025!

In the Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf district, it was decided to extend the general order to suspend animal transport for mul and claw disease-recommended animals until January 18, 2025. This measure was taken in response to the high risk of contagion of the mouth and claw disease (MKS). The background is a confirmed case in water buffalo in the Märkisch-Oderland district in Brandenburg, such as berlin.de reported. The regulation applies to all of Berlin and to all districts that have uniformly implemented the "Stand Still" regulations. These regulations prohibit the moving of claws, including cattle, pigs, sheep, goats and camelids.

MKS is a serious danger for claw animals, but there is no risk for people. The last epidemic in Germany dates to 1988. Comprehensive measures are required to contain the infection. In addition to the regulations for animals, there are also restrictions for close contact persons from infected people with Sars-COV-2. According to readkong.com , measures to quarantine for these contact persons are urgently necessary to slow down the spread of the virus.

Details on quarantine measures

According to the requirements of the health department, close contact persons must immediately go to quarantine. The exception of vaccinated or recovered persons who do not show symptoms of illness are. During the quarantine, the stay in the house or in a separate part of the apartment is allowed, but no visits from outside. When using a quarantine location, hygiene rules and the documentation of symptoms must be observed. If typical signs occur, PCR tests must be arranged to determine a SARS-COV-2 infection.

The authorities are doing everything they can to control the spread of both the mouth and claw disease and the coronavirus. In the event of a positive test result, a fine of up to 25,000 euros can be imposed if the quarantine rules should be violated. It is clear: the health of the population has top priority!

Rathaus Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf