COLLIER COUNTY, Fla.– Three human cases of the West Nile virus have now been found in Collier County, the Florida Department of Health (DOH-Collier) confirmed.
County officials issued a mosquito-borne illness alert on Thursday.
PREVIOUS COVERAGE: Human case of West Nile virus found in Collier County
Collier residents are encouraged to continue to take precautions against mosquitoes by draining and covering. Here are some ways to protect yourself against getting bit:
- Drain standing water to stop mosquitoes from multiplying
- Cover skin with clothes or repellent
- Cover doors and widows with screens to keep the bugs out of your house
PREVIOUS COVERAGE: West Nile virus found in Collier County mosquitoes
