West Nile Virus detected in West Springfield & Pittsfield
Mosquito samples taken in Pittfield and West Springfield indictate that the virus has now arrived in our area. So far, no human cases of the virus have been reported in Massachusetts.
This mosquito season is likely to be worse than usual given all the rain and caution is advised. Please drain any drainable standing water, e.g. in old tires or pails, and wear insect repellent if spending time outdoors, especially in the early mornings or evenings.
Thanks.
The Worthington Board of Health