The State of Connecticut Mosquito Management Program has trapped mosquitos at the Pachaug Forest Mount Misery location in Voluntown carrying EEE and West Nile Virus.
EEE and West Nile Virus are both rare illnesses, but residents and visitors are encouraged to protect themselves from being bitten by mosquitos.
For more information on reducing the risk, visit: Report: First Positive Mosquitoes for EEE Virus in Eastern CT (uncashd.org)
For information on the State of Connecticut Mosquito Management Program and to see up to date testing data, visit: State of Connecticut Mosquito Trapping and Arbovirus Testing Program
See also:
Insect Repellent Essentials: A Brief Guide
caes-mosquito-trapping-brochure.pdf (ct.gov)
