DES MOINES, Iowa (KCCI) – Avian flu has been confirmed in several wild bird flocks in central Iowa, according to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources. KCCI reports that Maffitt Reservoir near Des Moines is closed while workers dispose of dozens of dead birds found there. Officials say there is no public health risk and drinking water is safe.

Central Iowa Water Works has confirmed that drinking water is safe because the treatment process eliminates viruses and bacteria.