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Emergency Mosquito Spraying Begins Amid West Nile Outbreak

8/13/2025

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Mosquito spraying kicks off Tuesday evening in Cass County, Fargo, West Fargo, Grand Forks, and East Grand Forks, North Dakota, as health officials respond to 14 West Nile virus cases and three hospitalizations. Crews will begin their vital work after 8 p.m., adapting to weather conditions to protect the community from this growing threat.

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Mosquito spraying kicks off Tuesday evening in Cass County, Fargo, West Fargo, Grand Forks, and East Grand Forks, North Dakota, as health officials respond to 14 West Nile virus cases and three hospitalizations. Crews will begin their vital work after 8 p.m., adapting to weather conditions to protect the community from this growing threat.