First West Nile-positive mosquitoes of the year confirmed in Chicago

Source NBC Local
Original Load Date June 13, 2026, 3:01 p.m.
Last Updated June 13, 2026, 3:01 p.m.
Original URL https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/first-west-nile-positive-mosquitoes-of-the-year-confirmed-in-chicago/3948276/

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The West Nile virus has been detected in mosquitoes found in Chicago for the first time this year, according to health officials. The Chicago Department of Public Health said Friday it confirmed the city's first West Nile Virus-positive mosquitoes of 2026. According to Chicago’s West Nile Virus Sur...