West Nile Virus has been detected in Pomona. For more detailed information and resources, please visit: sgvmosquito.org

West Nile virus is the most common mosquito-borne disease that affect residents in Los Angeles County Public Health agencies detect West Nile virus every year in L.A. County. This means the virus is found naturally in our city environments, which means it's endemic. Human cases are reported by the L.A. County Department of Public Health and Pasadena Health Department.

Here are some tips to stay one step ahead of mosquitos and protect yourselves and your home.

To protect your yourself against mosquitos, remember to:

1. Apply insect repellent

2. Wear long sleeves and pants

3. Check your window screens

To protect your home against mosquitos, remember to:

1. Eliminating the places they like to call home.

2. Cool, dense landscaping attracts mosquitoes even when there is no stagnant water. Thin out any vegetation to decrease shade/harborage for mosquitos. 

3. Make it a weekly habit to TIP out any stagnant water

4. Toss unused containers, even bottle caps!