West Nile Virus detected in Bangor Township

BANGOR TOWNSHIP, Mich. -- West Nile Virus reported in Bay County’s Bangor Township.

Bay County Mosquito Control says they found evidence of the disease in a crow.

Mosquito Control staff will continue to monitor for the virus until October 1 by testing mosquito samples and dead crows or blue jays.

The virus is well-established throughout the state, and is transmitted through the bite of a mosquito that has picked up the virus by feeding on an infected bird.

Michigan has reported no human cases for the 2018 season.

Citizens should call Bay County Mosquito Control at (989) 894-4555 to report dead crows or blue jays.

Symptoms of the virus include:

• Fever
• Headache
• Body aches

About one in 150 people suffer serious illness, such as encephalitis and meningitis.