A sampling of mosquitoes taken at a trap near the Southwest Williamson County Regional Park, 3005 CR 175 in Leander, has tested positive for West Nile virus. This is the third time this trap, located at New Hope and CR 175, has had mosquitoes test positive for West Nile virus this year. The Williamson County and Cities Health District (WCCHD) will set up two additional trap sites near the park to expand testing in the area. The mosquito species that transmits West Nile virus is most active at dawn and dusk, residents are advised to be most cautious at those times by following the 3Ds of mosquito safety:
• Drain standing water in flower pots, pet dishes or clogged gutters so mosquitoes don’t have a place to breed and treat water that can’t be drained,
• Defend by using an EPA-approved insect repellent, and
• Dress in long sleeves and pants when outdoors.