14-07-2025
West Nile Virus found by Southwestern Public Health
A mosquito trap in Woodstock has tested positive for West Nile Virus.
According to Southwestern Public Health, this is the first mosquito trap to produce a positive test in the Southwestern Public Health region in 2025, and the virus was detected as part of routine testing.
The health unit said traps are set up across Oxford County, Elgin County and the City of St. Thomas to monitor and test for the presence of West Nile Virus in the region.
Public health recommends removing standing water around your property to reduce mosquito breeding environments.
