West Nile virus discovered during mosquito tests in Greene County

XENIA, Ohio (WDTN) – The Greene County Public Health Department confirms two other positive tests for West Nile virus.

The virus was detected in two other mosquito samples sent to the Ohio Department of Health.

Positive results come from two mosquito pools tested in a northern neighborhood of Fairborn between N. Broad Street and Sandhill Road.

"On Friday, October 5, 2018, after receiving this report, the neighborhood between North Broad Street and Sandhill Road was treated with an adulticide to try to reduce the adult mosquito population," said Jeff Webb, Director of Environmental Health Services. from Greene County Public. Health.

West Nile virus is most commonly transmitted by mosquitoes.

Greene County Public Health reminds everyone to take precautions to protect themselves from mosquitoes.

1. Eliminate puddles, such as bird baths, gutters, old tires, unused puddles, boats and buckets, especially after heavy rains .

2. Avoid shady areas where mosquitoes can rest.

3. Limit outdoor activities during the evening hours.

4. Wear protective clothing such as light-colored, long-sleeved shirts and pants.

5. Use insect repellents (those containing DEET can be very effective, follow the manufacturer's recommendations).

Greene County Public Health monitors the mosquito population by checking for standing water, applying lactic acid, trapping and testing mosquitoes, and spraying an adulticide if necessary.

For more information on mosquito control or to contact environmental health services, call (937) 374-5607.