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West Nile Hits Benton County First | Seattle News
Benton County just recorded Washington’s first human case of West Nile virus this year — and it’s a major red flag. The infected person likely got bitten by a local mosquito in the Tri-Cities, marking the first locally transmitted case in the state. It’s not alone: Benton County leads the state with positive horse tests, dead birds, and nearly half of all mosquito samples testing positive. Health officials are sounding the alarm, urging everyone to use EPA-approved repellent, wear long sleeves, and check screens — especially during dawn and dusk. This surge mirrors a national trend: CDC…
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