HAYS COUNTY, Texas - A mosquito trap sample in Hays County has tested positive for West Nile Virus.

The trap sample was found in the 78737 ZIP code area of Hays County — unincorporated Austin and Dripping Springs.

This is Hays County's first reported West Nile Virus-positive mosquito trap in 2025.

There were nine positive West Nile Virus mosquito traps during the 2024 season. 

What they're saying:

"Rainfall within the Central Texas area leads to an increase in standing water, which provides ideal breeding grounds for mosquitoes," said Eric Vangaasbeek, Chief Environmental Health Specialist at Hays County Development Services (HCDS). "We encourage everyone to take proactive steps to prevent mosquito bites by reducing areas of standing water around their homes and properties." 

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