West Nile Virus has been confirmed early in New Jersey, with cases in Atlantic and Middlesex counties. Health officials warn mosquito season could bring more infections statewide.
West Nile virus has been detected in Linwood, prompting heightened mosquito control efforts in Atlantic County. Officials have revealed the plan to combat mosquitoes in the area going forward this summer.
Do you feel like you're constantly swatting and smacking when you leave the house this summer trying to prevent a mosquito from settling on your skin long enough to bite you?
The first positive test of the year for a mosquito carrying West Nile Virus in Atlantic County happened this week in Northfield according to the Atlantic County Division of Public Health.
Cape May County has its first confirmed case of West Nile virus. While it is the first in the county, it's just one of a growing number of cases across the state and country.