1st West Nile virus mosquito sample of 2023 found in West University area, Harris Co. officials say

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1st West Nile virus mosquito sample of 2023 found in West University area, Harris Co. officials say
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Officials said the mosquito was found at a trapping site in zip code 77005, which is in the West University area. Here are some mosquito control tips to remember.

The first West Nile virus mosquito sample of 2023 was found in the West University area in southwest Houston, Harris County officials announced.Harris County is ramping up mosquito prevention after the first West Nile sample of 2023 was reportedly found in southwest Houston.

In response, the county said it planned spray operations to reduce the risk of the disease transmitted by infected mosquitoes. Mosquitos are around throughout the year; however, they are more prevalent during the warmer months, and experts say they are typically most active from June through October.

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