Did a Test of a 5G Cellular Network Result in the Death of Hundreds of Birds?
No, a 5G cellular network test did not cause hundreds of birds to die. The rumors about 5G causing bird deaths began in May 2020 when a large number of dead birds were found in The Hague, Netherlands. Several media outlets suggested that the birds had died due to radiation from 5G towers, but this theory was quickly debunked. The Dutch public health institute clarified that the birds died due to exhaustion, dehydration, and starvation, and there was no evidence linking their deaths to radiation from 5G towers. Although there have been other rumors regarding bird deaths and 5G, none of these claims have been substantiated.
Studies investigating the effects of 5G on animals have found no evidence to support the idea that 5G is harmful. The World Health Organization (WHO) also addressed these concerns, stating that, based on current knowledge, there are no health risks associated with 5G. The WHO recommended continued research to better understand any potential health effects of 5G, but the current evidence suggests that 5G is not causing harm to animals, including birds. Both the Dutch public health institute and the WHO have affirmed that 5G is safe for humans and animals, and no evidence supports the claim that 5G towers are responsible for the deaths of birds. Further research is needed, but the available data does not indicate a link between 5G and bird mortality.
