Wildlife authorities in DuPage County euthanized a bald eagle that was found to be displaying strong signs of bird flu last week, according to Chicago Bird Collision Monitors. An official from the conservation organization confirmed Tuesday that the bald eagle was found and rescued on Friday afternoon at Butler Cemetery,

The increase in cases in the state comes as a Louisiana man with underlying health conditions died from the disease on Monday. Experts say those who come into contact with wild birds or other animals like cattle should take precautions.