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In the latest weekly update of mosquito activity, Mosquito Control’s entomology lab reported that Culex tarsalis mosquitoes — ...
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Officials are warning of one of the highest West Nile virus activities ever recorded in Minnesota during the month of July.
Mosquitoes in all seven Minneapolis-Saint Paul metro counties in Minnesota tested positive for West Nile virus, and over 25% ...
West Nile virus is surging in the Twin Cities with a sharp rise in Culex tarsalis mosquitoes. Learn how you can protect ...
Following tests on mosquitoes for West Nile Virus, the Metropolitan Mosquito Control District reported that virus activity is increasing, earlier than usual.
West Nile virus kills 2 in Wisconsin; Cases on the rise in Minnesota The West Nile virus is transmitted by mosquitoes and late summer is when cases peak. Aug 30, 2024 ...
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West Nile virus spike in Minnesota mosquitoes

The Metropolitan Mosquito Control District is warning the public about a spike in West Nile virus detected in Minnesota ...
West Nile virus is the most commonly reported mosquito-borne disease in Minnesota, according to the state's Department of Health. Most people with the virus show no symptoms or flu-like symptoms.
— The Wisconsin Department of Health Services announced the state's first deaths from the West Nile Virus this year. Two men, one in his 70s, and the other in his 50s, passed away this month.
As of July 31, Midland County has seen triple the average yearly cases of West Nile Virus in tested mosquitoes for 2025 with 13 cases. While no human cases of West Nile Virus in Michigan have been ...
Following the report of a sick horse that died last month, the Minnesota Board of Animal Health has confirmed it was the first case of West Nile virus in a horse this year. The unvaccinated 2-year ...