Aug 25, 2023
General News
Mosquito Sample Collected in Oreland Tests Positive for West Nile.
The Montgomery County Health Department has collected a mosquito sample positive for West Nile Virus (WNV) in the vicinity of Enfield and Kingston Roads in Oreland. The County has advised that the adult mosquito population is considered low.
Personal Protective Measures against Mosquitos Encouraged.
There is no need for panic as WNV is increasing common throughout the state and exposure can be limited by taking a few, common-sense precautions.
- Using mosquito repellents when outdoors.
- Wearing long-sleeved shirts and long pants.
- Limiting outdoor exposure from dusk to dawn.
If you are a property owner in the area, please remove all standing water that may accumulate in outdoor play equipment, tarps or items that are stored outdoors. Homeowners should also inspect and clean rain gutters to ensure proper drainage.
Information about WNV in Montgomery County can be found on the County's Mosquito Management Program website.
