West Nile Virus Detected in Brazoria County Mosquitoes
Mosquitoes in Brazoria County have tested positive for West Nile Virus, with positive samples found in Pearland, Lake Jackson, and West Columbia. Mosquito control efforts, including spraying, are underway in these locations.
Houston, TX, July 28, 2026 —
Mosquitoes in Brazoria County have tested positive for the West Nile Virus (WNV), local authorities have confirmed. Positive samples were identified in several areas, including Pearland, Lake Jackson, and West Columbia.
In response to these findings, mosquito control efforts are currently underway in the affected locations. These measures include spraying operations aimed at reducing the mosquito population and mitigating the potential spread of the virus.
West Nile Virus is transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected mosquito. While many people infected with WNV do not develop any symptoms, a smaller number can experience severe illness, including neurological disease. Symptoms can include fever, headache, body aches, vomiting, diarrhea, or rash. In rare cases, WNV can cause severe neuroinvasive disease, such as encephalitis or meningitis, which can be fatal.
Brazoria County Mosquito Control is implementing the necessary protocols to address the presence of WNV. Residents are advised to take precautions to protect themselves from mosquito bites, such as using insect repellent, wearing long sleeves and pants, and eliminating standing water around their homes where mosquitoes can breed. The specific dates and times of spraying operations were not provided.
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