Mosquitoes carrying West Nile virus found in 9 more Louisville neighborhoods

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) — Mosquitoes carrying the West Nile virus were found in nine more Louisville neighborhoods.

The Louisville Metro Department of Public Health and Wellness said Monday the mosquitoes were found in monitoring traps in the following neighborhoods:

  • Old Louisville
  • Saint Joseph
  • Rockford Lane
  • Upper Hunters Trace
  • Shively
  • St. Denis
  • Shawnee/River Park
  • Portland
  • California

Health officials said mosquito fogging will take place Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, weather permitting, during the early morning or evening hours.

Last month, a Louisville resident tested positive for the virus. It is the only confirmed West Nile case in Louisville in 2026…

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