Swine fever risks persist despite strict controls

Additional outbreaks of African swine fever are likely to occur in China, despite nationwide disease control and prevention efforts following four outbreaks this month, the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs said on Wednesday.

The ministry said an investigation is underway to locate areas affected by the infectious disease, and uncertainties remain regarding its development.

Swine fever, deadly to pigs but not harmful to humans, should not be confused with the swine flu virus, which can infect humans, experts said.