A Goldsboro man has become the first person to die from the West Nile Virus in NC in 7 years.
West Nile virus is typically transmitted by mosquitoes
The wife of Howard West, 84, says he was probabaly bitten by mosquitoes while tending to his tomato plants.
DHHS officials recommend the following precautions to eliminate potential breeding sites around homes and businesses:
- Eliminate standing water in places like flower pots, discarded containers, gutters and kiddie pools.
- Clean ornamental ponds and ensure that filtration systems are functioning properly.
- Clean and change water in horse troughs at least once a week.
source: wral.com
