WHITE PLAINS, NY -- This season’s first batch of mosquitoes carrying
West Nile Virus in Westchester has been confirmed by the Westchester
County Department of Health. The area surrounding the positive mosquito
batch in Mount Vernon has been inspected by the Health Department, which
has treated nearby catch basins that to protect against further
mosquito breeding nearby.
“West Nile Virus has been present in the Hudson Valley for many
years, so this season’s first positive should remind residents to
protect themselves and their families by removing standing water around
their homes every week and by using repellents daily when spending
significant time outdoors,” said Westchester County Executive Robert P.
Astorino. “As a county, our proactive and comprehensive strategy to
combat mosquito-borne illnesses has proven effective, and includes
advice and resources for our residents.”
As of July 20th, when the first positive batch was confirmed in
Westchester, 163 batches of mosquitoes from Westchester were tested for
West Nile Virus by the New York State Department of Health. The state
Health Department has identified 99 positive mosquito pools throughout
New York so far this year.
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Source: http://www.newrochelletalk.com (via The Empire Report)
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