West Nile Mosquitoes Found In Norristown, Collegeville

NORRISTOWN, PA — Two mosquitoes have tested positive for West Nile Virus in Norristown and Collegeville, state officials announced.

A positive sample was found in Norristown on Sept. 19, and in Collegeville on Sept. 10.

Nearby municipalities including Lower Merion and Whitemarsh also had positive samples this month.

Officials did not specify exactly where in the township the positives were found.

No further spraying has yet been announced for these areas.

Human infections of West Nile are rare, but they do happen. According to the CDC, about one in five people who are infected develop a fever and other symptoms. About one out of 150 infected people develop a serious, sometimes fatal, illness.

The best way to control mosquitoes is to get rid of standing water on your property.