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Ontario County is investigating a suspected locally acquired hantavirus case involving a Geneva High School student; officials say there is no risk to other students or the public, quarantine is not required, and the case is not linked to the Dutch cruise outbreak. The county notes it has had only one other suspected hantavirus case in 20 years.
Ontario County is investigating a suspected locally acquired hantavirus case. County public health director Kate Ott said the case is not linked to the Dutch cruise ship outbreak and poses no risk to the general public. Hantavirus infections are rare in New York, and transmission typically occurs via rodent droppings; officials are continuing the investigation to determine exposure and guidance for residents.
Ontario County Public Health is investigating a possible locally acquired hantavirus case. There’s no link to cruise ship infections and no danger to the general public. Hantavirus spreads via rodent droppings, urine, and saliva, so cleaning spaces like attics, cabins, and sheds requires masks, gloves, and thorough hygiene; infections are rare since reporting began in 1995, and officials emphasize protective measures to reduce exposure.
Ontario County in the US faces a public health emergency due to a rapid increase in tick-borne illnesses like Lyme disease, with 296 cases reported in 2025, driven by warmer weather and increased deer populations. Local officials are implementing awareness campaigns and deer management plans to combat the spread and protect vulnerable populations, especially children and the elderly.
A house in Naples, Ontario County sustained major damage in a fire, rendering it uninhabitable. Firefighters responded to the structure fire and found it originating from the second story near the chimney. All eight occupants were safely evacuated, and no injuries were reported.
A woman was airlifted to Strong Memorial Hospital with a head injury after the motorcycle she was a passenger on struck a deer in Ontario County. The operator of the motorcycle was not injured.
A member of a local Fleetwood Mac tribute band, Katy Eberts, has revealed that she is paralyzed from the chest down after being injured in a crash on the New York State Thruway in Ontario County on July 20, 2023. Eberts shared a video of herself playing the piano just a couple of weeks after the accident, showing her determination in her recovery process.
A 43-year-old man named Joshua Arena was killed in a motorcycle crash at the intersection of State Route 332 and Collett Road in Farmington, Ontario County.
Heavy rainfall in the Rochester region on Sunday caused widespread flooding, leading to road closures and a state of emergency being declared in Ontario County. The Canandaigua Airport recorded the highest rainfall of 5.5 inches, while other parts of the county received significantly less rain. Additional heavy rain is not expected on Monday, but motorists are advised to avoid flooded roads as even a foot of rushing water can carry away a small car.
A state of emergency has been declared in Ontario County, New York, due to significant flooding caused by heavy rainfall. The governor's office has dispatched personnel to assist in local response efforts, including swift water rescue teams conducting welfare checks. The American Red Cross is providing aid and support to affected individuals, and the Ontario County Sheriff's Office is warning motorists to use caution during flooding. Several residents have been displaced, and images of the flooding have been shared on social media.
The Sheriff's office in Ontario County is advising drivers to exercise caution due to flooding, as heavy rains have caused several roads to become impassable.
Primary elections are taking place in Monroe County, New York, with voters deciding on seven seats in the Monroe County Legislature, as well as positions in the Rochester City Council and School Board. Ontario County Democrats will also be selecting candidates for County Clerk and City of Geneva Mayor. Results will be available starting at 9 p.m. and will include absentee and early voting results.
The New York State Police are searching for Cynthia Defelice, a 71-year-old woman with Parkinson's Disease who is believed to be suicidal and in need of medical attention. She was last seen driving a gray Toyota RAV4 in Geneva, Ontario County on Sunday morning. Anyone with information is urged to call NYSP Canandaigua or 911.
An Ontario County deputy has pleaded not guilty to a charge of eavesdropping. The deputy was accused of recording a conversation between two other deputies without their knowledge or consent. The case is now headed to court.