From SCV News
August 16, 2022
The Greater Los Angeles County Vector Control District has confirmed 13 additional mosquito samples that tested positive for West Nile virus.
This brings the total number of positive samples within the District’s service area to 76 this year.
This is the first detection of the virus this year in the following communities: Canoga Park, Downey, Eagle Rock, Elysian Valley, Los Angeles city and Winnetka.
West Nile virus is endemic to Los Angeles County, and warm temperatures can increase virus activity and mosquito populations. Visit VectorSurv Maps or WestNile.ca.gov for a comprehensive look at this year’s West Nile virus activity throughout Los Angeles County and Southern California.
Join Mosquito Watch to access online tools and resources such as the DIY Mosquito Source Checklist or request door hangers to be distributed in their community at MosquitoWatch.org.