{"id":384963,"date":"2026-08-30T01:36:47","date_gmt":"2026-08-30T01:36:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/384963\/"},"modified":"2026-08-30T01:36:47","modified_gmt":"2026-08-30T01:36:47","slug":"west-nile-virus-detected-in-orange-county-prompting-health-advisory","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/384963\/","title":{"rendered":"West Nile virus detected in Orange County, prompting health advisory"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"West \"West West Nile virus detected in Orange County, officials warn<\/a> <\/p>\n

Health officials have issued a mosquito-borne illness advisory in Orange County after chickens tested positive for West Nile virus, prompting mosquito control crews to increase efforts in areas where the virus has been detected.<\/p>\n

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – Health officials have issued a mosquito-borne illness advisory in Orange County after chickens tested positive for West Nile virus, prompting mosquito control crews to increase efforts in areas where the virus has been detected.<\/p>\n

Orange County Mosquito Control crews are monitoring mosquito populations around the clock and increasing treatment in areas of greatest concern.<\/p>\n

West Nile risk increases during summer <\/p>\n

What they’re saying:<\/p>\n

Officials said West Nile virus transmission typically peaks between July and September, when summer heat and rain can create conditions favorable for mosquitoes.<\/p>\n

“We ramp up efforts in areas of biggest concern. We continue operations throughout the county, but we do some extra work in areas where the virus is detected at a higher rate, if you will,” said Steve Harrison, manager at Orange County Mosquito Control.<\/p>\n

During the day, crews inspect and treat waterways where mosquito larvae are found. At night, trucks spray areas to reduce the adult mosquito population.<\/p>\n

Although Florida remains in a drought, officials said dry conditions do not eliminate the risk of mosquito-borne illnesses. In some cases, drought can concentrate birds and mosquitoes around fewer sources of water, potentially increasing transmission of West Nile virus between them.<\/p>\n

Mosquitoes can acquire the virus after biting infected birds and can then transmit it to people through subsequent bites.<\/p>\n

What are the symptoms of West Nile virus? <\/p>\n

What you can do:<\/p>\n

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, West Nile virus can cause flu-like symptoms. Severe cases can affect the central nervous system.<\/p>\n

Health officials recommend residents reduce their exposure to mosquitoes by eliminating standing water around their homes, where mosquitoes can breed.<\/p>\n

Residents can also protect themselves by wearing long sleeves and pants when possible and using an EPA-approved insect repellent containing ingredients such as DEET or picaridin.<\/p>\n

Officials also recommend limiting outdoor activity around dusk and dawn, when mosquitoes are particularly active.<\/p>\n

The Source: This story was written based on information shared by \u00a0Orange County Mosquito Control and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.<\/p>\n

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