Watch CBS News

Mosquito Pool In Plano Tests Positive For West Nile Virus; Spraying Planned Tuesday Night

PLANO, Texas (CBSDFW.COM) - A test conducted of a pool of mosquitoes in a trap in Plano has come back positive for the West Nile virus.

The city will spray a targeted location in and around the area of the traps.

Weather permitting, Plano Environmental Quality Division crews will spray, Tuesday, July 7 beginning at 9:00 p.m.

The targeted spray area is bordered by the following streets:

North – Janwood Drive

South – West Plano Parkway/ Bramante Drive

East – Alma Drive

West – Westwood Drive

Plano mosquito spray area
(credit: City of Plano)

Residents are urged to ensure children and pets are indoors during the time of spraying.

The city encourages citizens to follow common prevention practices: DRAIN standing water in and around your home and neighborhood. DRESS appropriately before going outdoors. DEET (N, N-diethyl-m-toluamide) is an ingredient to look for when purchasing insect repellent. The use of bug spray is recommended at all times, when outdoors, especially during the day.

 

View CBS News In
CBS News App Open
Chrome Safari Continue
Be the first to know
Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting.