HANFORD, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – The Kings County Department of Public Health announced Thursday the first West Nile virus death of 2025.

“We are deeply saddened to report the death of a Kings County resident from West Nile virus”, said Heather Campos, Assistant Director of the Kings County Department of Public Health. “This unfortunate loss is a stark reminder of the potential severity of WNV. We urge all residents to take precautions against mosquito bites, especially by removing standing water where mosquitoes can breed.”

The county says the first case of West Nile Virus infection in Kings County this year was reported on July 10. In total, according to officials, there have been five reported cases, including one fatal case, in Kings County this year.

Residents can contact the Kings Mo

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