Although the type of mosquito identified in primarily a bird-biting species, the officials with Madison County say that cases like this remind us that mosquito-borne disease is present in the area.
The Oswego County Public Information Office reports another mosquito sample has tested positive for Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) virus collected near Central Square. This area was sprayed September 4th.
The Onondaga Health Department announces the first human case of Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) virus. The Individual is currently in critical condition.