Why mosquitoes are about to surge in Ontario this long weekend, as West Nile risk climbs

Risk of West Nile virus increased in Hamilton as mosquitoes test positive

After two batches of trapped mosquitoes tested positive for West Nile virus, Hamilton's medical officer of health said the risk of contracting the virus went from low to moderate.

Why mosquitoes are about to surge in Ontario this long weekend, as West Nile risk climbs

Mosquito populations are surging and West Nile virus cases are climbing across Ontario. Here's where positive cases have been reported — and protection tips ahead of the August long weekend.

Summer revellers are reminded to be wary of West Nile Virus

By Brian Lockhart It’s summer and a lot of people are spending time in the great outdoors near lakes and hiking along forest trails. The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is urging residents to take precautions and avoid getting West Nile Virus. West Nile Virus is a mosquito-borne virus spread to people by the bite of an infected mosquito. Mosquitoes become infected with the virus after they bit an infected bird. The virus can cause illness, a…