Mosquitoes Test Positive For West Nile Virus In Northbrook

NORTHBROOK, IL — For the first time this summer, West Nile virus positive mosquitoes have been found in traps in Northbrook, according to the North Shore Mosquito Abatement District. Batches of mosquitoes, collected July 11 from NSMAD traps in Glencoe and Northbrook, tested positive for West Nile virus in the agency's lab on July 15.

This year, WNV positive mosquitoes have also been found in NSMAD traps in Glenview, Skokie, Evanston, Kenilworth and Northfield.

In Northbrook, one batch of 45 tested this summer has come back positive.

Current test results can be found at the agency's website.

NSMAD said that while the risk of being infected with West Nile virus is low at this time, it recommends residents take personal protection measures to minimize mosquito bites including: using insect repellent, wearing loose fitting clothing, and avoiding peak mosquito feeding times during the hours around dawn and dusk. Residents are urged to examine their property and eliminate any items that can hold water, particularly smaller items that may be easily overlooked.

Remember, if it can hold water, it can breed mosquitoes.