In Kehtna Parish, Rapla County, there are sick pigs. The disease is African swine fever. The sick pigs are at Petlema Farm. There are 4000 pigs on the farm.
The farm has restrictions. Pigs cannot be moved in or out. People and vehicles cannot move freely.
The laboratory identified the disease. All pigs will be culled. The disease will not spread.
Only officials can go to the farm. Traffic may be disrupted. Another nearby farm will also face restrictions.
After culling, the farm will be cleaned. It will be disinfected. Later, new pigs can be brought in.
Compensation will be provided for the dead pigs. The company is facing financial and emotional difficulties.
The disease is not dangerous to humans. The virus spreads through sick animals. The last outbreak was in Tartu County.
The disease always occurs in summer, from June to September.