West Nile virus on the rise in Fresno County. Here’s how you can protect yourself

From the Fresno Bee
July 22, 2022

An increase in West Nile virus-positive mosquitoes prompted officials Friday to issue an alert for Fresno County residents.

Katherine Ramirez of the Consolidated Mosquito Abatement District called the discovery of more virus-carrying insects concerning, and urged people to prevent development of mosquito infestations around their homes.

The district has collected West Nile virus-positive mosquitoes from areas within the cities of Fresno, Clovis, Sanger and Reedley, Ramirez said.

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