The City of Baytown is aware of a positive West Nile Virus result from a mosquito sample tested by Harris County’s Public Health and Environmental Services (HCPHES). No human cases have been reported, but City officials are taking immediate action to prevent any from occurring. A positive mosquito sample helps identify areas that need more treatment to reduce mosquito activity.
The City of Baytown’s Health Department encourages residents to continue efforts to protect everyone from West Nile Virus:
· Wear DEET-based insect spray.
· Eliminate standing water.
· Change water in birdbaths and pet bowls.
· Wear long pants and long-sleeved shirts when outdoors.
· Avoid outdoor activity at dawn and dusk.
Residents are encouraged to report mosquito-breeding problem areas to the Baytown Health Department at 281-420-5384 or visit www.baytown.org/766.
For more information, contact Jason Calder at 281-420-5802 or jason.calder@baytown.org.