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Mosquitoes pick up the West Nile virus from feeding on infected birds. A single bite can transmit the disease to horses and humans, as well as birds. (Photo courtesy of Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)

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Coconino County Health and Human Services (CCHHS) officials confirmed a second mosquito pool has tested positive for West Nile virus (WNV). The mosquito sample was taken from the Cheshire area in northwest Flagstaff.

August 29, 2019
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The Arizona Department of Health has confirmed 27 West Nile cases in 2019 as of July 5.

By Associated Press July 11, 2019
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Arizona’s wettest month is upon us, but rain won’t be the only thing that arrives with these August monsoon storms.

By Amanda Fahey and Jordan Dafnis/Cronkite News August 7, 2018