This post, from August 19, has information on the city moving the West Nile Virus risk from moderate to high.
After a batch of trapped mosquitoes were tested this week, the City has announced that the Wets Nile Virus risk for the city has moved from moderate to high.
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Continue reading “West Nile Virus confirmed within city limits”This article, from May 26, has details on the City’s ongoing monitoring of mosquito larvae and possible control measures to help prevent the spread of West Nile Virus.
The City’s Public Health Services is monitoring mosquito larvae (immature mosquitoes) in standing surface water on City land within the municipality’s boundaries, if if control measures dictate, will apply larvicide in order to prevent the development of the West Nile Virus.
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Continue reading “Notice of application of larvicides to City of Hamilton for West Nile Virus control”This article, from September 10, provides information about the first human case of West Nile in the Hamilton area, as well as information on precautions to take to reduce the risk of West Nile exposure.
The first case of West Nile Virus infecting a Hamiltonian has been reported, prompting the local Medical Officer of Health to move the West Nile Virus risk in the city from moderate to high.
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This article, from July 30, contains the latest information about the risk of West Nile virus around the City of Hamilton.
The City of Hamilton is warning residents once again this summer about the risks of the West Nile virus in the city, after a batch of mosquitoes trapped last week tested positive of carrying the virus. The City has also provided tips on how residents can keep themselves and their families safe in the release below.
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Continue reading “Increased risk for West Nile Virus in Hamilton”
This article contains a press release from Public Health Services about potential West Nile Virus controls.
Public Health Services issued a release today, stating that it is conducting ongoing monitoring of mosquito larvae (immature mosquitoes) in standing surface water within the City of Hamilton boundaries on City land. When such monitoring indicates that there is a need for mosquito control, an application of larvicide may be required in order to prevent West Nile Virus.
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