Public Notice of the Detection of West Nile Virus within City Limits

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX – The Corpus Christi-Nueces County Public Health District has identified a probable positive human case of West Nile virus infection within the city limits. As a result of this positive case, vector control will implement targeted spraying to reduce the mosquito population in that area and prevent further spread.

This operation will cover a radius of half a mile to one mile from the source location. It will occur over three consecutive days, beginning on March 13 and ending on Saturday, March 15.

The Vector Control program reminds the public to keep themselves safe by caring for their property and ensuring grass and shrubs are properly trimmed. Mosquitoes breed in stagnant water. Residents can reduce mosquito breeding grounds by draining any standing water, including water that collects in empty cans, tires, buckets, clogged rain gutters, and saucers under potted plants. 

The Corpus Christi-Nueces County Public Health District recommends the following 5 Ds of Defense:

DEET – If you are outside, use insect repellent containing DEET.

DRESS – Dress in long sleeves and pants when you’re outside.

DAWN, DAYTIME, and DUSK – Mosquitoes are most active at dawn, daytime, and dusk. Avoid being outside during these times of the day.

DRAIN – Curb mosquito breeding areas by draining standing water.

DOCTOR – Consult your physician if you feel sick after being bitten.

Please call 311 to report abandoned property, high grass, or standing water.

For more information, media representatives can contact Public Information Officer Cassandra Hinojosa at 361-826-2944 or cassandrah3@cctexas.com.