West Nile Virus Detected in Mosquitoes Across Texas

A mosquito pool located off Loop 410 and Ray Ellison Boulevard in San Antonio has tested positive for West Nile virus, according to Bexar County officials. Residents are urged to protect themselves from mosquitoes by wearing protective clothing, applying repellent, and staying indoors during peak mosquito activity. Additionally, measures to prevent mosquito breeding, such as draining standing water and maintaining swimming pools, are recommended. The county has implemented mosquito abatement methods and larvicide treatments to mitigate the spread of the virus.