Green Pools - Stagnant Water - Mosquitoes
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West Nile Virus West Nile virus is a potentially serious illness that is most often spread through the bite of an infected mosquito. Fortunately, the illness is preventable and the Southern Nevada Health District is working with partner agencies to conduct surveillance to monitor for West Nile virus and abatement programs to control mosquito populations. Mosquito Control Program The Southern Nevada Health District’s Environmental Health Division works to reduce mosquito populations and control the spread of mosquito-borne disease. The Southern Nevada Health District, in collaboration with the Nevada State Health Division, is conducting two categories of surveillance: The presence of dead birds may be a sign that West Nile virus is circulating between birds and the mosquitoes in an area. To report a dead bird call (702) 759-1220. Please note: viable samples can only be collected from birds that have been dead less than 24 hours. We do not do testing on pigeons or doves. The public can play an important role in monitoring West Nile virus by reporting stagnant water, swimming pools that are not being maintained or other potential mosquito breeding sources to the health district by completing the online Mosquito Complaint Form or calling the hotline at (702) 759-1220. For additional information on West Nile virus and animals visit the Nevada Department of Agriculture's website. Visit Mosquito Control for more information. Several Southern Nevada species of birds are hosts for West Nile virus. The most common of these species are pictured below for your reference. |
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Raven |
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