SAN JOSE, Calif. -- Residents of Cambrian Park were alerted Thursday of increased West Nile virus activity in their neighborhood, according to the County of Santa Clara Vector Control District.
The district mailed more than 4,400 postcards to residents Thursday, saying that four WNV-positive birds were found in the area within the past two weeks.
The area of concern includes residents within a one-mile radius of where the birds were found.
In addition to offering WNV precautionary tips, the postcards also ask residents to alert the district of any possible mosquito sources in the neighborhood.
“It is very important that the residents in these areas know how to protect themselves and their families,” said District Manager Tim Mulligan. “Even though the virus could be anywhere in the county, all signs are pointing to the fact that this area may have the greatest potential for infected mosquitoes at this time.”
The area includes parts of San Jose in the 95124 ZIP code, as well as a small section of northern Los Gatos.
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