Positive West Nile Virus Samples Collected in Sullivan County; Precautionary tips and Facts for Everyone
The Sullivan County Department of Emergency Services was notified of positive West Nile Virus mosquito samples collected in Sullivan County. Positive West Nile Virus mosquito samples have been collected at sites in Davidson Township and Dushore Borough. Larval and adult mosquito surveillance in these areas will continue through the rest of the season.
There has been no notification of individuals contracting the virus. To help prevent everyone from exposure to mosquito’s that carry the West Nile Virus we have been asked to pass along the following precautionary steps.
Please encourage residents to take the following precautions:
Stay indoors during peak mosquito hours (dusk to dawn)
Wear long sleeves, pants, and closed toes shoes, if possible.
Wear EPA registered repellents.
Additional information about the risks of West Nile Virus and how citizens can reduce the risk of exposure can be found at the PA DEP WNV WEBSITE: Mosquitoes | Department of Environmental Protection | Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
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