The order further states that owners of all infected and suspected stock and stock that have been exposed to FMD infection shall keep such stock in a separate place to prevent further infection of the stock. Farmers are also ordered to prevent their infected stock from leaving the places where they are isolated or kept away from healthy animals. That includes avoiding taking the infected animals to dipping tanks. The order goes on to say that owners of such stock should immediately inform their neighbours and the nearest veterinary authorities or security personnel. It prohibits the taking of infected animals anywhere within 100 metres from any public road in the quarantined areas unless they are kept or confined in a kraal or stable.
Humans can carry the virus on their feet, clothing and even their pharynx.
The Foot and Mouth Disease virus can also be spread by the wind.