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SPRINGFIELD, Pennsylvania – Other mosquito samples collected in Springfield Township were tested positive for West Nile virus, according to state data
. Fifth positive sample in Springfield
Delaware County had 79 positive results this season
Testing is done by the Pennsylvania West Nile virus control program as part of routine surveillance of the virus. Mosquitoes are trapped around the county in breeding areas and are tested daily
You can see a complete list of affected counties and the number of positive samples by clicking here.
West Nile virus appeared for the first time in Pennsylvania. birds, mosquitoes and a horse in 2000.
It is most commonly spread to humans by infected mosquitoes. According to the CDC, it can cause febrile illness, encephalitis or meningitis.
According to the CDC, about one in five people who are infected develop fever and other symptoms. About one in every 150 people infected develops a serious, sometimes fatal illness. You can reduce your risk of West Nile virus by using an insect repellent and by wearing long-sleeved shirts and long pants to avoid mosquito bites, says the CDC.
The best way to control mosquitoes is to get rid of them According to the information provided by the West Nile virus control program
The following guidelines have been proposed to help residents minimize their risk :
- Limiting outdoor activities at dawn and dusk mosquitoes bite most frequently during these times. Be aware, however, that certain types of mosquitoes bite most frequently during the day.
- Wear long-sleeved shirts, long pants and socks. Choose light colored clothing and made of a tight woven fabric.
- Stay in places with air conditioning and mosquito nets to keep mosquitoes out
- Sleep under a mosquito net if you are outside. or empty containers such as garbage cans, wading pools, wheelbarrows and pots.
- Return containers when they are not used to avoid collecting water.
- Drill holes in the bottom of the recycling containers. Get rid of old tires
- Change the water in the bird baths every three to five days
- Check the storm sewers, the windows wells and under the leaking faucets to see s & rsquo; There is stagnant water
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