West Nile virus mosquitoes found in San Jose

(KRON) – Mosquitoes infected with the West Nile virus were found in the ZIP code 95123 of San Jose, according to Santa Clara County Vector Control District.

Around 10 p.m. on Aug. 20, the mosquito management program will utilize truck-mounted equipment to reduce adult mosquito populations. According to the county, the district aims to prevent adult mosquitoes from reaching the adult-biting stage. Crews also target immature stages of mosquitoes found in standing water.

County officials said due to warm weather in summer and early fall, it is common to have more West Nile virus-positive mosquitoes.

Mosquitoes can transmit multiple diseases, including West Nile virus, St. Louis encephalitis, and Western equine encephalitis.

For outside activities, The County of Santa Clara Vector Control District suggests residents to:

• Limit outdoor activities during dusk and dawn, which are the times when the mosquitoes that transmit WNV are most active
• If residents spend a lot of time outdoors, dress in long-sleeve shirts and long pants, preferably in light colors – mosquitoes are mostly attracted to dark colors
• Apply insect repellent that contains DEET, IR3535 or oil of lemon eucalyptus

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