Anne Arundel County Health Department officials said mosquitoes trapped two parts of the county have tested positive for West Nile virus.The results represent the first West Nile virus-positive mosquitoes identified in the U.S. this year.Thankfully, no human cases have been reported in Anne Arundel County.According to the announcement, the Maryland Department of Agriculture will spray a solution in the areas where the mosquitoes were found.While the Environmental Protection Agency has approved use for the control programs without posing “unreasonable risks to human health,” the Department of Agriculture recommends avoiding outdoor activity in the areas during spraying.Spraying is scheduled for July 23 after 7:30 p.m. near the intersection of Crain Highway and Davidsonville Road. Communities in the affected area include Amberfield, Lake Louise and the Northwest Crofton Community District.Any questions about the spraying should be directed to the Maryland Department of Agriculture or the Mosquito Control Program at 410-841-5870. Health officials said West Nile virus is spread by a mosquito bite. Most people who are exposed don’t get sick, but about 20% develop symptoms like headache, fever, muscle and joint aches, nausea and fatigue.
Anne Arundel County Health Department officials said mosquitoes trapped two parts of the county have tested positive for West Nile virus.
The results represent the first West Nile virus-positive mosquitoes identified in the U.S. this year.
Thankfully, no human cases have been reported in Anne Arundel County.
According to the announcement, the Maryland Department of Agriculture will spray a solution in the areas where the mosquitoes were found.
While the Environmental Protection Agency has approved use for the control programs without posing “unreasonable risks to human health,” the Department of Agriculture recommends avoiding outdoor activity in the areas during spraying.
Spraying is scheduled for July 23 after 7:30 p.m. near the intersection of Crain Highway and Davidsonville Road. Communities in the affected area include Amberfield, Lake Louise and the Northwest Crofton Community District.
Any questions about the spraying should be directed to the Maryland Department of Agriculture or the Mosquito Control Program at 410-841-5870.
Health officials said West Nile virus is spread by a mosquito bite. Most people who are exposed don’t get sick, but about 20% develop symptoms like headache, fever, muscle and joint aches, nausea and fatigue.
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