West Nile Virus Detected in New Orleans Mosquitoes, City to Launch Abatement Efforts in Targeted Neighborhoods

Residents in Orleans Parish are on alert as local team identifies mosquitoes infected with the West Nile virus. The New Orleans Mosquito, Termite and Rodent Control Board confirmed the findings, having collected samples from East Bank surveillance traps that tested positive for the pathogen, as reported byFOX 8 Live.

In response, New Orleans Mosquito, Termite and Rodent Control Board outlined plans to initiate mosquito control treatments, specifically a truck-based approach targeting Culex quinquefasciatus mosquitoes, known carriers of the virus. The treatments are slated for Friday evening, between 6 p.m. and 10 p.m, and will take aim at specific neighborhoods including Black Pearl, Audubon, Lakeview, Plum Orchard, and Read Boulevard West as detailed in a release obtained byWWLTV. Weather will play a factor in the effectiveness, and timing of these efforts.

Health officials are also raising awareness about the potential health impact of West Nile virus, stating that while most infections are asymptomatic, symptoms can include headache, body aches, joint pain, vomiting, diarrhea, and rash. The cycle of transmission typically involves wild birds and mosquitoes, illustrating the importance of controlling mosquito populations in urban environments.

Proactive measures are essential, and officials are encouraging residents to assist in the effort by eliminating standing water around their properties, using insect repellent, and ensuring window screens are free of holes. For updates, the public can access resources and recommendations on the New Orleans Mosquito, Termite and Rodent Control Board s site or by following @nolamosquito on social media, according to details shared byWDSU.

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