West Nile Virus found in Chino
The West Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District confirms that mosquitoes collected from southwest Chino, near Euclid and the 71 freeway, are positive for West Nile virus. Given current weather trends, the season's rainfall and the number of foreclosed properties in our region, the district is concerned that West Nile transmission rates may be higher this year than in previous years.
Mosquito breeding sources include any places that stagnant water may collect which includes abandoned swimming pools, tires, buckets, birdbaths, flower pots and even discarded soda cans. Make sure that you dump any standing water that you might find, defend yourself by repairing or installing window screens and use a mosquito repellent when outdoors.
Symptoms of West Nile include headaches (often severe migranes), high fever, tiredness, body aches, swollen lymph nodes and skin rashes. Severe cases (neuroinvasive disease) can include stupor, disorientation, tremors, convulsions, paralysis and coma.
Residents who spot dead birds and squirrels should report them to the California Department of Public Health's toll-free hotline at 877-WNV-BIRD (877-968-2473) or you can visit them online at their Fight the Bite homepage.
Additional information about West Nile Virus can be found at the West Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District website. Remember to take precautions - West Nile Virus found in Chino!
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