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West Nile Virus Surges in Las Vegas Mosquito Pools

7/7/2025

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West Nile Virus has made its presence felt in Las Vegas, with 169 of 24,000 mosquito pools testing positive. Local health officials are sounding the alarm over an unprecedented mosquito surge, attributed to climate change. Although severe illness is uncommon, residents are urged to take precautions, such as using bug spray, to stay safe.

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Story summary

West Nile Virus has made its presence felt in Las Vegas, with 169 of 24,000 mosquito pools testing positive. Local health officials are sounding the alarm over an unprecedented mosquito surge, attributed to climate change. Although severe illness is uncommon, residents are urged to take precautions, such as using bug spray, to stay safe.