West Nile VirusCurrent FeaturesWest Nile Virus Infected Mosquitoes and First Human Cases Confirmed in Larimer CountyThe Larimer County Department of Health and Environment reported that mosquitoes carrying West Nile virus were found in a mosquito trap collected on July 15. The positive trap was from northeast Fort Collins, (near Vine St. and I-25) making it the first positive in Larimer County and in northern Colorado in 2008. Along with the first positive mosquito reports came the countys first three confirmed human cases of West Nile disease. Two of the residents are from Fort Collins and one is from Loveland. All three are recovering at home. Don't Go Naked - Wear Repellent
Protect yourself from West Nile Virus! Lessen your likelihood of being bitten by a mosquito infected with West Nile virus by wearing repellent when outside. Find the repellent that is right for you. Keep Tabs on Mosquitoes in Your NeighborhoodAre the types of mosquitoes that carry West Nile Virus present in your neighborhood? Have any mosquitoes tested positive for the virus? Find out with Colorado Mosquito Control's weekly update on the quantities and types of mosquitoes that are trapped in your neighborhood. Check out the map to find the trap nearest you. More tips on reducing mosquitoes around your house. What is West Nile Virus?West Nile virus is a disease that is transmitted to humans by mosquitoes. The symptoms of West Nile range from none to very serious. Mosquito SeasonMosquito season in Colorado is from late spring to mid-September; that means the West Nile virus risk is highest in August and September. PreventionTake steps now to lessen the likelihood of mosquito bites:
RepellentsLarimer County provides up-to-date information on different repellants and their effectiveness as well as the best way to keep your kids protected. Don’t Breed Mosquitoes!Mosquitoes lay eggs in still water which hatch in seven to 10 days. Check out these tips to reduce the number of mosquitoes in and around the house. More Information: |
