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West Nile virus tracking resumes; public asked to report dead birds online

West Nile virus tracking resumes; public asked to report dead birds online

West Nile virus tracking and monitoring season is underway and an updated online dead bird reporting system is available for state residents to use. Dead birds can be the first sign that West Nile virus is circulating in a community.

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Two cases of West Nile infections confirmed in Washington

Two cases of West Nile infections confirmed in Washington

Pierce County woman in her 70s was likely exposed to the virus while traveling out of state, but another case, a Yakima man in his 30s, hadn’t left the state.

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September 8, 2012 | By | Reply More
Protect yourself and your family against West Nile virus

Protect yourself and your family against West Nile virus

Because West Nile virus is primarily a disease of birds, especially crows, ravens, jays, magpies, and hawks, health officials are asking the public to report dead birds they find.

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May 27, 2012 | By | Reply More
West Nile virus trackers ask public to report bird deaths

West Nile virus trackers ask public to report bird deaths

King County health officials are asking the public to help track the spread of West Nile virus by reporting dead crows, ravens, jays and magpies.

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July 28, 2011 | By | Reply More
See a dead bird? Report it to Public Health

See a dead bird? Report it to Public Health

As part of their efforts to detect and track West Nile virus, King County health officials want you to report any dead birds you may see.

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July 26, 2010 | By | Reply More
West Nile virus detected in dead crow found in Seattle’s Laurelhurst neighborhood

West Nile virus detected in dead crow found in Seattle’s Laurelhurst neighborhood

Public health officials report that a dead crow found in Seattle’s Laurelhurst neighborhood on August 24th was infected with the West Nile virus.

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September 9, 2009 | By | Reply More