Lubbock Detects West Nile in Local Mosquitoes as July 4 Spraying Targets Parade Route
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Updated · KCBD · Jul 2
Lubbock Detects West Nile in Local Mosquitoes as July 4 Spraying Targets Parade Route
1 articles · Updated · KCBD · Jul 2
Summary
Lubbock Public Health said West Nile virus has already been found in local mosquitoes, signaling an early, strong season in west Texas and nearby areas.
Recent rainfall has raised concern because standing water lets mosquitoes breed quickly—even in tiny spots such as bottle caps, plant saucers and yard puddles.
City crews have already sprayed the 4th on Broadway parade route and Mackenzie Park, while officials urged residents to dump water, use mosquito dunks in water features and apply insect repellent.
Lubbock residents can also report heavy mosquito activity through the city's vector control form, helping crews target neighborhoods during the holiday weekend.