West Nile Virus Spotted in Wisconsin | Duluth News

Duluth News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 15, 2026 · 1m

West Nile virus has been detected in Wisconsin for the first time in 2026, with cases found in mosquitoes in Milwaukee County and a wild bird in Bayfield County—meaning the virus is spreading through biting insects. While no human cases have been reported yet, most infected people show no symptoms, but some may experience fever, chills, headaches, or body aches—and in rare cases, severe outcomes like paralysis or coma. The virus spreads when mosquitoes bite infected birds and then pass it on to humans and animals. To stay safe, experts recommend staying indoors during dawn and dusk, when…