New York Governor Hochul has ordered the temporary closure of all live poultry markets in New York City and surrounding areas after several cases of bird flu were detected in local poultry. The decision follows reports of avian flu in multiple boroughs, including Brooklyn, Bronx, and Queens, with at least seven confirmed cases prompting health officials to act swiftly to prevent further spread. NYC zoos have also initiated precautionary measures after several ducks died, and tests are being conducted on other potentially affected birds. The bird flu threat is raising concerns across the state, as officials monitor and manage the situation to protect both animal and public health.