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Mosquito Alert: West Nile on the Rise | Texas News
Mosquito season is heating up as rain returns to Texas, and Austin’s health department is on high alert—trapping and testing mosquitoes for deadly diseases like West Nile, dengue, and chikungunya. With already confirmed positive samples in Travis and Williamson counties, officials warn older adults are most at risk as these viruses spread from birds to humans. Special traps baited with hay and yeast lure in hundreds of mosquitoes weekly, which are then sent to labs for analysis. If cases spike, spraying may be deployed. Experts urge residents to eliminate standing water and use repellent to…
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