Mosquitoes in San José and Santa Clara County tested positive for West Nile virus. Vector Control has scheduled nighttime mosquito treatments to reduce the risk of human infection. Residents can take precautions to avoid mosquito bites.

West Nile virus-positive mosquitoes were found in San Jose, ZIP code 95123, prompting planned spraying by the County of Santa Clara Vector Control District to reduce populations and prevent a potential health crisis.

A dead bird in Atherton tested positive for West Nile virus, prompting calls for residents to eliminate stagnant water and protect themselves with repellent.