NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - The Tennessee Department of Agriculture released a Horse Alert on Tuesday afternoon.

The state reports that the department’s Animal Health Division confirmed a case of Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) in a horse in Bedford County and West Nile Virus (WNV) in a horse in Sumner County.

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Prevention is EVERYTHING.

✅ Vaccinate against mosquito-borne diseases

✅ Control mosquitoes (dump standing water, fix screens, use repellents/netting)

✅ Watch for fever, weakness, neuro signs. Call your vet fast

✅ Share this reminder to protect your herd & community — TN Dept. of Ag (@TNAgriculture) September 9, 2025

The state urges everyone to:

Vaccinate against mosquito-borne diseases

Control mosquitoe

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