West Nile Virus Alert: Second Infected Crow Found in Walnut Creek Amid Rising Temperatures
A second crow tested positive for West Nile virus in Walnut Creek, with increased mosquito breeding and WNV risk due to hot weather. Residents are urged to eliminate standing water and use repellent.
First NorCal Human Case of West Nile 'Severely Ill'; Sacramento, SF Bay Area, Tahoe on High Alert Following Mosquito Boom
West Nile virus activity intensifies across Northern California with 9 confirmed human cases statewide and over 1,100 positive mosquito samples detected in 2025.
Suspicious White Powder at Manhattan’s 26 Federal Plaza Prompts Evacuation as Substance Identified Non-Hazardous
An evacuation occurred at 26 Federal Plaza, NYC, due to white powder in letters, later identified as non-dangerous boric acid. The incident is under investigation.
Fourth Death in Central Harlem Legionnaires’ Outbreak as Cases Hit 99 with NYC Building Linked to Bacteria
The fourth death from a Legionnaires' disease outbreak in Central Harlem has been reported, with cases reaching 99. Legionella bacteria were found in several government building cooling towers, including Harlem Hospital which treated many patients.












