Please keep in mind that Brazos County has tested positive for West Nile Virus. For the past several years, a number of birds, horses and mosquitoes in the Brazos Valley have tested positive for West Nile virus. On occasion, there are human cases diagnosed.

Therefore, residents are encouraged to take the following precautions:

• Drain standing water around the house, including tires, cans, flowerpots, rain gutters, buckets, wading pools, puddles, etc. Trim grass and shrubs and do not over water lawns and gardens.
• Wear insect repellent containing DEET.
• Stay indoors at dusk and dawn when mosquitoes are most active.
• Dress in long sleeves and pants when outdoors to prevent bites.

For more information on West Nile Virus, visit TAMU Student Health Services.

For more information on Mosquitoes, visit National Pest Management Association, Inc.