The Green County Health Department reports a dead blue jay found in the town of Blanchardville has tested positive for West Nile virus. This is the first bird that tested positive for West Nile virus in Green County since surveillance for the mosquito-transmitted virus began May 1.

“The positive bird means that residents need to avoid mosquito bites and mosquito proof your home,” RoAnn Warden, RN, Health Officer.

West Nile virus is spread to humans through the bite of an infected mosquito. Mosquitoes acquire the virus by feeding on infected birds. Warden said, “Mosquitos are more a...