West Nile VirusNEW! 2009 West Nile Virus Annual Report (PDF 10.1MB)"Rain, rain and more rain"... The summer of 2009 will be remembered as one of the wettest on record. With heavy rain comes heavy mosquito populations. Read more about the season's activity in this community report (PDF 10.1MB). 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. Report Dead BirdsDead birds may be a sign that West Nile virus is circulating between birds and the mosquitoes in an area. If you find a dead bird in your neighborhood, please report the bird by calling the Colorado Help Line (CDPHE), 877-462-2911. Remember, if you need to move the bird, avoid bare-handed contact and use gloves or an inverted plastic bag to place the bird carcass in a garbage bag. More Information: |