Mosquitoes located on Foley Rd. in Delhi Township have tested positive for West Nile Virus, according to Hamilton County Public Health.
Insects infected with a viral disease have been identified in a local town. According to a press release by Hamilton County Public Health , mosquitoes that were recently trapped on Foley Rd. in Delhi Township have tested positive for West Nile Virus.West Nile Virus is a viral disease affecting the central nervous system that can be transmitted to humans by mosquitoes. Symptoms may develop anywhere from two to 14 days after being bitten by an infected mosquito.
“West Nile was first identified in Ohio in 2001, so it’s not new to our area, but we like to take the opportunity to remind everyone to take precautions.”Here's how to protect yourself from West Nile Virus:DRAINLook for and drain sources of standing water on your property — litter, tires, buckets, flowerpots, wading pools and similar items that could create standing water and become mosquito breeding sites.Frequently change water in bird baths and pet bowls.
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