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West Nile virus found in McKinney - Spraying TONIGHT 8/7/2007

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Real Estate Broker/Owner with www.GoSimplyTexas.com TX Lic 0530037

The City of McKinney just reported it's first postive West Nile virus test for 2007. The positive sample was obtained from a pool of samples on the east side of McKinney by Pearson Avenue.

What does this mean for McKinney residents?

The affected area will be sprayed this evening between 10 PM and 6 AM. The City advises residents to stay inside during this time period. You'll also want to take in your pets if you have any outdoors.

For a map of the area that is going to be sprayed, go to www.mckinneytexas.org. The boundaries are east of 75, South of Wilmeth, West of Woodlawn and North of Virginia Pkwy.

With all of the recent rain we have experienced you've probably noticed an increase in mosquitos. In order to reduce your exposure to the insects, follow these rules: empty any standing water you may have on your property; wear light-colored clothes that protect your arms and legs when outside, use a DEET mosquito repelant; and lastly - try to avoid being outside around dusk or dawn when they are most active.

Residents may report standing water, illegal dumping and increased mosquito activity through McKinney's West Nile Information line: 972-547-7473.

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Tom Burris
NMLS# 335055 - Baton Rouge, LA
Texas/Louisiana Mortgage Pro - 13 YRS Experience

That is too darn close to Plano.... And I have kids.

:-0

Aug 08, 2007 12:14 PM
Brad Andersohn
Retired Executive Director of Education at eXp - Boulder Creek, CA
ActiveBrad - 707.646.1876
Kim - that is not a good thing, but it's nice to see someone who cares enough to share this with the rest of the community.  Hopefully the media is doing as good of job letting the community know in your area. Glad there are people like you out there that care enough to put this information out there for others. Thanks!!
Aug 08, 2007 01:45 PM
Kim Dean
www.GoSimplyTexas.com - McKinney, TX
Simply Texas Real Estate - Broker/Owner

Tom...I know what you mean - I have a 5 year old and one on the way. I'm scared now everytime I get a bite!

Brad...Thanks. Unfortunately I haven't heard anything about it on the news. I was lucky to get this update via a city email newsletter. Thanks for the comment.

Aug 08, 2007 03:18 PM