Samples from two neighborhoods in the Lake Highlands area have tested positive for West Nile Virus.

According to a City of Dallas press release, samples from mosquito traps in the 10100 Block of Church Road and 12300 Block of Dandridge Drive have tested positive for the virus. It is important to note that no human cases of WNV have been reported in Dallas County this year. 

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Map Courtesy of the City of Dallas.

Map courtesy of the City of Dallas.

From 9 p.m. July 23 to 5 a.m. on July 24, the City will spray within a half-mile radius of each positive pool. 

The spray has no residual effect. If residents encounter a spray truck, they are encouraged to stay indoors or remain in their vehicle with the windows up.

Residents are encouraged to limit outdoor activity during early morning and evening hours to avoid mosquito bites. If necessary to be outdoors during these hours, wearing repellant and covering arms and legs is advised. 

Map courtesy of the City of Dallas.

The city is also advising residents to eliminate standing water. At-risk standing water sources listed include swimming pools that are not kept clean, stagnant ponds, pet watering dishes, birdbaths, potted plants, old tires, empty containers, toys, clogged rain gutters and French drains. 

To report standing water or mosquito issues, residents are asked to call 3-1-1. 

The Code Compliance Service Department’s Consumer Health Division monitors over 70 mosquito traps placed throughout Dallas.

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  • Austin Wood

    Austin Wood is the Lake Highlands editor for The Advocate. He is a graduate of Texas Tech University, where he wrote for The Daily Toreador. A lifelong resident of Lake Highlands, Austin loves learning about the neighborhood's history and hidden gems. You can email him at awood@advocatemag.com