A mosquito sample has tested positive for the West Nile virus, (WNV) in Santa Clarita for the first time in at least a year and a half.
A mosquito sample has tested positive for the West Nile virus, (WNV) in Santa Clarita for the first time in at least a year and a half.
Information from the GLACVCD shows no WNV cases were detected in Santa Clarita mosquitoes last year, meaning this is the first case of the disease found in a mosquito in the area since at least December of 2019.
The bug is the latest of 26 mosquitoes found carrying the virus in L.A. County so far this year, according to officials.
As of Friday, 19 cases of West Nile Virus have been reported in California with at least one person being diagnosed with the virus in L.A. County so far.
With temperatures expected to remain warm over the next week, GLACVCD is offering residents tips to repel mosquitoes from homes including:
- Eliminate standing water in clogged rain gutters, rain barrels, discarded tires, buckets, watering troughs or anything that holds water for more than a week.
- Ensure that swimming pools, spas, and ponds are properly maintained.
- Change the water in pet dishes, bird baths and other small containers weekly.
- Request mosquitofish from your local vector control district for placement in ornamental ponds.
- Wear EPA-approved and COULDC-recommended insect repellent when outdoors where mosquitoes may be present.
- Report neglected “green” swimming pools in your neighborhood to your vector control district.
For more information on how to prevent mosquitos, click here.
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