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Cotati, CA -The Marin/Sonoma Mosquito and Vector Control District (MSMVCD) has confirmed the first dead bird infected with West Nile virus (WNV) in Marin and Sonoma counties for 2013. The bird, an American crow, was found near Redwood Road and Floribel Avenue in San Anselmo. The bird was submitted for testing on May 29^th, 2013.

"The positive dead bird is a reminder that West Nile virus continues to be a threat, not only to humans but also to wildlife, such as birds," said Nizza Sequeira, Public Relations Director for MSMVCD.

Cotati, Ca. April 19, 2013 — Mosquitoes and warm weather go hand in hand. Coinciding with the arrival of mosquito season, the California State Legislature declares the week of April 21-27, 2013 as West Nile Virus and Mosquito & Vector Control Awareness Week in California. West Nile virus is a disease transmitted by mosquitoes that can result in debilitating cases of meningitis and encephalitis, and lead to death in humans, horses, some bird species and other wildlife.

Cotati, CA- Officials with the Marin/Sonoma Mosquito & Vector Control District (MSMVCD) are urging the public to take precautions against ticks when engaging in outdoor activities this winter. Adult Ixodes pacificus, the western black-legged tick (also known as the deer tick), are most active from fall through

Cotati, CA - The Marin/Sonoma Mosquito and Vector Control District (District) received confirmation from the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) that six additional dead birds have tested positive for West Nile virus (WNV). The dead birds were collected from Santa Rosa, Cloverdale, Ross, Sonoma, Petaluma and Sebastopol. While all of the birds tested positive for WNV, lab results confirmed that only two had been recently infected with the virus; one near N.