Bird flu flockdown? 5-star chicken hotel forced to close due to outbreak By Talker News Feb 13, 2026 Feb 13, 2026 Updated Feb 13, 2026 Facebook Twitter WhatsApp LinkedIn SMS Email Facebook Twitter WhatsApp LinkedIn SMS Email Print Copy article link Save (Katriona Shovlin via SWNS) By Isobel WilliamsThe owner of a five-star hotel for chickens says she fears for the future of her business after three months of a bird flu "flockdown." Subscribe to our free health care newsletter Success! An email has been sent to with a link to confirm list signup. Error! There was an error processing your request. Health Matters-North Mississippi Health Services Get a free dose of heath care news and wellness tips delivered to your inbox each Tuesday morning. Powered by North Mississippi Health Services. Please enter a valid email address. Sign up Manage your lists × This page requires Javascript. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. 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