@cstross I worked this potential threat for about 12+ years in the IC. We don't know when or if easy spread between humans will occur. The couple mutations necessary have been studied. These personnel were with sick poultry. There are some cases of patients only close to sick people, not birds, yet pandemic hasn't happened. Let's wait for genetic analysis before going all apocalypse. Be prepared for any type of disaster is always good advice. Be calm is too.
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