West Nile Virus case reported in South Mississippi, officials say
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- Harrison County confirms first West Nile Virus case of 2025 this week.
- Mosquito control teams will conduct spraying operations through Friday.
- Officials urge residents to drain water and avoid peak mosquito hours.
A West Nile Virus case has been reported in Harrison County.
The case is the county’s first this year, Valerie DeMatties, a public information officer, said in a news release on Wednesday. The county will spray for mosquitoes through Friday.
County leaders are asking residents to drain standing water around homes and consider staying indoors at dawn and dusk, when mosquitoes are active.
“This case is a reminder that West Nile virus remains a health concern in Harrison County,” Director of Mosquito Control Gene Fayard said.
This story was originally published August 27, 2025 at 11:57 AM.