(Mosquito activity is on the increase)...County Public Health says this happens as the weather warms up.

A reminder to the public to take precautions against mosquito-borne diseases. Individuals are encouraged to protect themselves from mosquito bites and eliminate mosquito breeding sources. Precautions should be taken against illnesses such as Dengue, West Nile Virus and St. Louis Encephalitis. The Health Department says the public should be aware of the signs and symptoms associated with mosquito borne diseases and seek medical attention if they become ill. Symptoms typically appear a few days to two weeks after being bitten by an infected mosquito. For detailed information go to icphd.org/vectorcontrol.