The threat of West Nile virus edged closer to home with the recent discovery of two mosquito pools in Frisco that tested positive for the disease. Acting on this information, the City of Frisco initiated ground spray treatments to address the issue. According to the City of Frisco, the spraying commenced overnight on September 7 and continued the following night, weather conditions permitting.
The areas targeted for spraying included the neighborhoods of Creekside at Preston, Panther Creek Estates, Dominion at Panther Creek, Hunter's Creek, and Turnbridge Manor, as well as the region south of Main St., east of Preston Rd., north of Wade Blvd., and west of Hillcrest Rd. This action was deemed necessary due to a total of six positive mosquito pool findings in Frisco so far this season. Notably, no human cases of West Nile Virus had been confirmed in the city this year, though at least one potential case was reported to Collin County health officials.
Frisco authorities emphasized preventative measures for residents to minimize the risk of mosquito bites. Recommendations from the Texas Department of State Health Services encouraged people to "Wear, Apply and Remove," which meant wearing long sleeves and pants during dawn and dusk when mosquitoes are most active, applying insect repellent when outdoors, and removing standing water where mosquitoes could breed.
