The owners of HF Stiles and Son's told HTV that staff from the Ministry of Agriculture and local farmers had been extremely supportive. Across the west, farm roads, foot-paths and public areas are being closed in a desperate effort to stop the disease from spreading. Police and local councils have now been given added powers to seal off areas at risk. Appeals have gone out to people to stay away from areas like Exmoor, the Quantocks and the Forest of Dean. Bristol Zoo and the Wildlife Park at Cricket St Thomas have today joined the growing list of attractions to close because of the outbreak.
Tonight there is a new threat - the westher.
Cold damp weather and a strong wind from the North could carry the highly infectious virus south. All rights reserved.