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Cameron County posts voluntary water restrictions and West Nile advisories after surveillance finds mosquitoes
Summary
County staff announced a voluntary water restriction in Driftwood Borough and reported collection of West Nile virus‑positive mosquito samples (including larvae) in Driftwood and Emporium Boroughs; the county advised protective measures and posted guidance on its website.
County staff reported correspondence from state public‑health partners noting voluntary water restrictions in Driftwood Borough because of dry conditions, and they reported West Nile virus mosquito detections in the county, including larval samples from Driftwood and Emporium Boroughs.
The clerk urged residents to follow common protective measures: wear long sleeves and pants, use EPA‑registered repellents, and use closed‑toe shoes. All guidance and more information were posted on the county website, staff said. There were no formal county orders announced; the notice was described as voluntary and informational.
Commissioners and staff said they would disseminate additional updates through the county website and local media as needed.
