GOSHEN – The first mosquito pool carrying West Nile virus this season in Orange County has been detected in Greenwood Lake.

“We still have a long mosquito season ahead of us. Residents should always protect themselves but especially now that West Nile virus positive mosquitoes have been detected in the county,” said Acting Health Commissioner Dr. Jennifer Roman.

She said residents should wear appropriate clothing, consider sprays when outdoors, and check their property for any pooling or stagnant water. If any is found, it should be discarded right away.

Roman said people should minimize going outdoors between dusk and dawn; wear shoes and socks, long pants and a long-sleeve shirt outside, particularly in the evening; and consider using mosquito repellent when you must be outside, parti

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