San Gabriel Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District (SGV Mosquito) confirmed its first detection of West Nile Virus in the city of Arcadia this year
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West Nile Virus Detection:
The San Gabriel Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District (SGV Mosquito) confirmed its first detection of West Nile Virus in the city of Arcadia this year. The sample was collected on 8/18/2026 from a trap site near Baldwin Stocker Park.
WNV is transmitted to people and animals through the bite of an infected mosquito. There is no cure for WNV. One in five persons infected with the virus will exhibit symptoms. Symptoms can include fever, headache, body aches, nausea, or a skin rash. There is no human vaccine for WNV, and severe cases can lead to paralysis or even death.
Resources for Your City:
Below are a few resources for your city. You’ll find our evergreen Mosquito Resource Tool Kit and videos. Please feel free to use any of the items available. The City/Agency Resource page on our website may be helpful for you and your residents: I am an Agency Official / Employee - San Gabriel Valley MVCD (sgvmosquito.org)
Please share the information from our social media pages such as Facebook, X, or Instagram on your city accounts; request a blurb for your newsletters or eAlerts from us; or invite us to have an informational table at a city event. We are available to provide city council presentations or update at your request.
Mosquito Resource Tool Kit: LINK
All the best,
Anais
Anais Medina Diaz, MSPR
Director of Communications
Office: (626) 814-9466 x3000
Office Hours: Monday-Thursday, 7am-5pm
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