(WJET/WFXP) – Another mosquito has tested positive for West Nile virus in Erie County.
On Tuesday, July 22, the Erie County Department of Health confirmed that a third mosquito has tested positive for West Nile virus in the county this year.
Erie County mosquitoes test positive for West Nile Virus
The mosquito sample that tested positive was collected in Fairview Township on July 15.
At this time, the health department said there have been no human reported cases in the county.
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Those looking to avoid being bitten by mosquitoes are recommended to wear bug repellent with DEET, as well as wear long pants and long-sleeved shirts when outdoors during dawn or dusk, when mosquitoes are most active…