The order, signed by New York Gov. Kathy Hochul Hochul on Friday, requires the markets to close for a week as facilities undergo a complete disinfection process.

The order affects roughly 80 markets in New York City and in several nearby counties. New Jersey is also asking its live markets to voluntarily clean, disinfect and temporarily close.

The nationwide bird flu outbreak has hit two New York City zoos amid growing concern about the virus dangers and a sharp rise in egg prices. NBC News' Shaquille Brewster reports.