West Nile Virus Warning in Baker County

Cases of West Nile virus continue to turn up in Baker County. Five pools of mosquitoes collected from trapping sites in the vicinity of Keating Valley, and one pool of mosquitoes from a trapping site two miles south of Baker City tested positive for the virus… bringing the total now to fifteen mosquito pools to test positive for the virus so far this year. Baker County residents are advised to take precautions against mosquitos. Eliminate sources of standing water; use mosquito repellants containing DEET; Wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants; and make sure screen doors and windows are in good repair.