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West Nile Virus Activity Increasing in Mosquitos, Health Department Says
Here's what you can do to avoid catching the disease.
West Nile virus activity has increased in mosquitoes, according to information gathered by the South Cook County Mosquito Abatement District and public health agencies.
The Abatement District recently fogged for mosquiots in Oak Forest on August. 1.
Stagnant water can serve as an incubator for mosquitoes. officials are warning residents and businesses to eliminate standing water on their properties to help curb the spread of the virus.
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People also should follow these precautions:
- Avoid being outdoors when mosquitoes are most active, especially between dusk and dawn.
- When outdoors at this time, use mosquito repellent.
- Change water in bird baths and wading pools daily.
- Eliminate water in flowerpots, toys, old tires, and any other receptacles.
- Clear gutters and down spouts so water does not sit in them.
- Report catch basin or standing water on your property to SCCMAD.
- Un-maintained swimming pools may produce thousands of mosquitoes. Report these instances to the City Hall (708-687-4050) or SCCMAD (708-333-4120).
Contact the Abatement District at 708-333-4120 or visit www.sccmad.com for more information.
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