Agar faces a challenger in St. Clair election, McRoberts drops out of Sarnia mayor’s race
West Nile Virus found in Petrolia trap
August 24, 2020
There is evidence of West Nile virus in Petrolia.
Lambton Public Health says a mosquito with the virus was found in surveillance trap in the town Aug. 19.
It’s the second positive West Nile Virus test in Lambton this year – the other was in Oil Springs.
Mosquitoes can pass West Nile onto humans but usually the symptoms are mild. In some cases, however, West Nile Virus can lead to long-term health problems.
Public health recommends to avoid being bitten you empty objects holding standing water on your property to reduce the breeding of mosquitoes. Officials also recommend using a bug repellent with DEET, wear light clothing and to stay inside when mosquitoes are active in the evening.
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