WNV Positive Mosquito Sample in Hanson & Whitman

The Board of Health has been notified of a West Nile Virus positive mosquito sample in Hanson & Whitman. While the risk of human infections is low, certain steps should be taken to protect yourself.

1. Be prepared: Repair screens, clean up to get rid of mosquito breeding sites, be aware of stagnant water on private property (e.g. unused swimming pools).
2. Wear mosquito repellent between dusk and dawn
3. Wear long sleeves and long pants from dusk to dawn
4. Use mosquito netting on baby carriages and playpens