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Mosquito Tests Positive For West Nile Virus In Marple Township
It's the second local mosquito found locally within the last week.
A mosquito in Marple Township has tested positive for West Nile, according to the state's most recent sampling released Monday.
It's the second infected mosquito found locally within the last week. On Wednesday, officials reported a mosquito with West Nile was located in Newtown Township.
Mosquitoes across the county in breeding areas are tested for West Nile as part of routine surveillance. The state releases data daily.
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The risk of being infected with West Nile from a mosquito is low, officials said, but residents are still urged to take simple precautions, like using repellent and removing standing water from their property.
Click here for some tips have been offered to help residents avoid infection.
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