Health & Fitness

Spraying To Follow West Nile Virus Detected In Auburn

West Nile Virus was once again detected in mosquitoes in Auburn. Town officials say the spraying is coming up fast.

AUBURN, MA—The Massachusetts Department of Public Health notified the Auburn Board of Health that there was a West Nile Virus positive mosquito sample from a testing area in the northern section of town. The risk level for West Nile Virus in Auburn is moderate due to recent West Nile Virus activity.

In response to this notification the Board of Health has coordinated with Central Massachusetts Mosquito Control to spray the area of concern to help mitigate the threat of West Nile Virus. The spraying will be done Tuesday, Aug. 14, 2018 after sunset, weather permitting.

Residents can follow these spray precautions:You may close street facing windows and keep pets inside between sunset and midnight if possible to allow a more thorough application. Accidental exposures should not cause any significant concerns. No precautions are needed the day after the application, as all residues will have evaporated.

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