Additional West Nile mosquitoes found in Scranton

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Mosquitoes carrying West Nile virus were found in South Scranton and the East Mountain section.

Rocco Genovese, the West Nile virus coordinator of Lackawanna County, said he collected positive mosquito samples on July 16 at Robinson Park near Yesu Drive, and at Palm Street and Crown Avenue.

Officials say other positive samples were collected in June at Robinson Park and in Throop.

Genovese advises residents to eliminate standing water on their properties as that could be a breeding area for mosquitoes.

According to the Department of Environmental Protection’s West Nile Virus Control Program, that includes wearing shoes, socks, long pants, and a long-sleeved shirt when outdoors for a long time. Use a mosquito repellant according to its package directions, and wash skin and clothing when returning indoors.

The two samples found make this the third and fourth positive samples found, but no cases in humans have been reported according to the statement.

To find out more information, head to the DEP website .

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