Mosquitos from a trap in Bellflower have tested positive for West Nile virus, 30 miles from North Hills, where 3 dead crows were also found to have the virus in late May.
"West Nile virus is spread among bird populations and transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected mosquito," Steve Vetrone, director of Scientific-Technical Services, said in a statement."It is very important to remember that at this time the virus could be anywhere, even though we may not have detected it yet."
There is no human vaccine for West Nile virus, so public health officials say the only way to protect against it is to prevent mosquito bites in the first place. The CDC recommends any mosquito repellent using DEET, Picaridin, IR3535, or oil of lemon eucalyptus as being safe and effective against mosquitos.
The mosquito population can also be kept down if residents eliminate standing water, properly maintain their swimming pools, spas, and ponds; and regularly change the water in pet dishes and bird baths. Residents can also request mosquitofish for placement in ornamental ponds and report neglected swimming pools with their local vector control districts.
For more information, visit the Greater Los Angeles County Vector Control District at 944-9656 or online at
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