When was West Nile Virus first found in the United States?

WNV was first detected in the United States in New York in 1999. Since then, WNV has rapidly spread across the U.S., reaching as far west as California and Washington. For more information please call 530-265-1222.

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1. What is West Nile virus?
2. When was West Nile Virus first found in the United States?
3. Has West Nile Virus been detected in California?
4. How does someone get West Nile Virus?
5. What are the symptoms and treatment?
6. How can people protect themselves?
7. What is the state doing to control the spread of WNV?
8. Why is the public urged to report dead birds?