FLOYD COUNTY, Ind. — West Nile virus-carrying mosquitoes are still active in Floyd County, according to health administrators.

The Floyd County Health Department announced on Friday that a mosquito sample collected several weeks ago tested positive for the virus. This is the fourth positive sample found in the county since late July.

While no human cases have been reported, health administrators are urging caution. Most people who get the virus have mild symptoms like fever, headache, or body aches and fully recover. However, it can cause serious illness or even death, particularly for the elderly and those with weakened immune systems.

If you live in Floyd County, you are urged to take precautions to prevent mosquito bites. Administrators recommend using DEET or other bug repellent and

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