Austria has shut down nearly two dozen border crossings with Hungary and Slovakia in a bid to contain the outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease, as authorities intensify checks and prepare for potential cases within the country.
Austria has closed around two dozen border crossings with Hungary and Slovakia in an effort to prevent the spread of foot-and-mouth disease following outbreaks in both neighboring countries.
The move comes after Slovakia declared a state of emergency on Tuesday, reporting cases on three farms. Hungary confirmed its first outbreak of the disease in 50 years on Wednesday, prompting the deployment of soldiers and the initiation of disinfection protocols near its borders with Slovakia and Austria.
Although foot-and-mouth disease poses no risk to humans, it is highly contagious among cloven-hoofed animals such as cattle, swine, sheep, and goats. Infected animals typically develop fever and painful mouth blisters, and outbreaks often result in livestock culls and trade restrictions.
Austrian health authorities have stepped up preventive measures at the few remaining open border crossings. Vehicles and pedestrians are required to pass over disinfectant mats to stop the virus from spreading. Police are also inspecting vehicles for meat products, which could carry the virus.
Officials stated that border forces are on heightened alert and are concentrating resources at crossing points for the duration of the emergency. Contingency plans are also being prepared in the event of a confirmed outbreak within Austria’s own livestock population.
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