West Nile Virus Spotted Early in NC | Raleigh News

Raleigh News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 6, 2026 · 1m

West Nile virus has hit North Carolina early this year — with the first human case in Gaston County and a positive blood donor from Mecklenburg. Mosquitoes in Cabarrus, Forsyth, and Mecklenburg have also tested positive, showing up sooner than usual. The virus spreads from birds to humans via bites, and while it doesn’t pass between people, it can cause serious symptoms like high fever, paralysis, especially in older adults or those with weakened immune systems. Stay safe by using repellent at dawn and dusk, eliminating standing water, keeping screens intact, and changing pet and bird bath…