Fight The Bite! Avoid Mosquito Bites to Avoid Infection.

To Report Dead Birds Call:
1-877-wnv-bird (1-877-968-2473)

Stanislaus County West Nile Virus hotline:
(209) 558-8425

Local Services:
Turlock Mosquito Abatement District

WNV Key Message Points - What can you do to protect yourself?

West Nile virus is transmitted by mosquito bites. It cannot be transmitted from person to person. Avoid outdoor activity from dusk to dawn. Dress appropriately during peak mosquito hours (wear long sleeves). Use mosquito repellents containing DEET. Drain pools of water and remove objects that can hold stagnant water (old tires).

What do I do if:

I find a dead bird?
Please call 1-877-WNV-BIRD.

The hotline will give either live or recorded instructions on how to deal with a dead bird. This is a centralized reporting number in Sacramento. Animal Services or other local agencies are NOT the appropriate contact. If local services or agencies discover a dead bird, they too call the above number.

I have medical questions?
Please call your physician or call a Health Services Agency Communicable Disease Nurse at (209) 558-5678.

I have animal questions?
Please contact your veterinarian.

I have mosquito questions?
Contact the Turlock Mosquito Abatement District at (209) 634-1234 or Eastside Mosquito Abatement at (209) 522-4098.