West Nile Virus (WNV) is a seasonal epidemic in Michigan that flares during the summer months and can continue into the fall. WNV can potentially cause serious illness, however most people inflected by the illness do not show any symptoms.
What is the Township Doing to Help Prevent the Spread of West Nile Virus?
The Township recognizes West Nile Virus as a potentially serious epidemic. In 2005, Oakland County had 5 reported causes of human infection and 17 mosquito populations that tested positive for the virus. Although a positive mosquito count in 2004 was greater than in 2005 within the county, there were only 2 human cases reported in Oakland County during 2004. Consequently, the Township has taken the following actions to help reduce the risk of West Nile Virus:
Conducting a Larvacide Program & West Nile Virus Monitoring
West Nile Display in the Lobby (starting 06/15/06)
Providing Public Education Materials via Township Website and Local Cable
In addition to the WNV prevention offerred by the Township of West Bloomfield, Oakland County can provide additional resources to aid in reducing the threat of WNV on your property and throughout the area. The County aims to address WNV issues through the following:
For more information call the Center for Disease Control public response hotline at (888) - 246 – 2675 or the Oakland County Health Department at (877) – 377 - 3641.
