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Orange County's West Nile virus season off to an unusually aggressive start, officials warn
Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk Amber Frias , as published by NBC Los Angeles (KNBC)
· July 29, 2026
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Key takeaway Nearby counties have also reported West Nile virus activity, including Los Angeles County, which had its first human case of 2026, and Ventura County, which detected virus-positive mosquitoes.
Orange County is experiencing a higher than usual level of West Nile virus activity. Officials from the Mosquito and Vector Control district have reported an increase in mosquitoes testing positive for the virus. As of a recent update, 206 mosquitoes with the virus have been identified in the area.
This is a significant increase from the same period last year. Nearby counties have also reported West Nile virus activity, including Los Angeles County, which had its first human case of 2026, and Ventura County, which detected virus-positive mosquitoes. Further details on the West Nile virus situation in the region are available from local health officials and vector control districts.
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Category: local Published: July 29, 2026 Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) Reading time: 1 min
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