West Nile Virus alert Archives

ONE-ON-ONE: DHEC public health director warns about West Nile virus after death in the Midlands

Sep 13, 2022 6:13 PM EDT

Alex Tejada,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) — Even with the weather being so nice, there’s things you should be aware of before going outdoors. DHEC has reported an outbreak of West Nile virus and the first death from the disease in several years. “Last known West Nile virus death in South Carolina was several years ago in 2018,” said Dr. Brannon Traxler, DHEC…

City of Columbia continues mosquito spraying

Sep 20, 2018 1:00 PM EDT

Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– The City of Columbia will continue spraying for mosquitos Thursday night, this after two dead birds tested positive for the West Nile virus. The spraying will continue downtown and in Rosewood through the end of the week, say officials. There are a few steps you can take to prevent the spread of mosquitos. Here are tips from officials:…