West Nile Virus Surges Early This Year | San Francisco News

West Nile virus is surging this year, with California reporting 166 dead birds — more than all of last year — signaling an early and aggressive mosquito season. Nationally, cases are at their highest since 2004, though only two human cases have been confirmed in California so far. Experts blame warmer temps and rain for creating ideal breeding conditions. A dead crow in Menlo Park triggered a local alert, though no infected mosquitoes were found nearby. Public health officials urge everyone to wear protective clothing, eliminate standing water, use bug spray, check screens, and report clusters of dead birds — because this year, the virus is acting different. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/eb20c2039f4934b2