{"id":116482,"date":"2026-01-13T16:01:10","date_gmt":"2026-01-13T16:01:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/116482\/"},"modified":"2026-01-13T16:01:10","modified_gmt":"2026-01-13T16:01:10","slug":"26-swans-have-died-after-bird-flu-outbreak-at-lake-eola-in-orlando-officials-confirm-wftv","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/116482\/","title":{"rendered":"26 swans have died after bird flu outbreak at Lake Eola in Orlando, officials confirm \u2013 WFTV"},"content":{"rendered":"

ORLANDO, Fla. \u2014 More of Orlando\u2019s beloved Lake Eola swans have died because of a bird flu outbreak.<\/p>\n

Officials said 26 swans have died from complications due to the outbreak, which is around 38% of the lake\u2019s population.<\/p>\n

To mitigate further losses, veterinarians and park staff are working to protect the remaining birds in the park.<\/p>\n

Each swan at Lake Eola costs approximately $3,500, highlighting the financial investment in the local wildlife. <\/p>\n

The swan population at Lake Eola has been a popular attraction for residents and visitors alike. <\/p>\n

The outbreak has raised concerns among local wildlife officials, who are closely monitoring the situation.<\/p>\n

Park staff are implementing health measures to safeguard the health of the remaining swans and other birds in the area.<\/p>\n

Click here<\/a> to download our free news, weather and smart TV apps. And click here<\/a> to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.<\/p>\n

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