A sample of mosquitoes collected from pooled water in the area of Double Diamond Parkway and Trademark Drive were tested positive for the virus and prompted stricter mosquito surveillance.
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Weather permitting, the truck-mounted fogging treatment is set to take place from 9 p.m. Wednesday to 5 a.m. Thursday in a primarily residential area roughly bounded by Elwood Street to the northeast, Vera Avenue to the southeast, Canyon Road to the southwest and Blandford Boulevard to the northwest.
Ulibarri said the first positive test for West Nile Virus in 2014 was in early August, as well, and that everyone should review the ways to keep mosquitoes at bay and bites to a minimum.
The late summer months usually show an increase in mosquitoes testing positive for West Nile Virus, officials said.
Wear proper clothing and repellent if going outdoors when mosquitos are most active in the early morning and evening. Repellents keep the mosquitos from biting you.
Make sure screens are on windows and doors. Fix or replace screens with tears or holes.
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There are now 33 counties in Illinois where West Nile virus has been found this season, according to the Illinois Department of Public Health. Residents are encouraged to help by reporting fresh carcasses of birds or tree squirrels to the West Nile virus hotline, online at www.westnile.ca.gov or by phone at 877-WNV-BIRD (877-968-2473).
