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4- The Oakville Beaver, Friday August 11, 2006 www.oakvillebeaver.com Halton West Nile discoveries have residents on alert The Halton Regional Health Department is urging residents to cover up after West Nile virus (WNV) was detected in another dead crow in Burlington and in mosquitoes in Milton. A batch of mosquitoes trapped by the health department Aug. 2 tested positive for the virus. The insects were caught in the area of Commercial Street and Main Street East in Milton. These are Halton's first WNV-positive mosquitoes of the year -- the first ones trapped in Milton to test positive since 2003. In north Burlington, a crow collected by health officials on Tuesday (Aug. 8) -- found in the area of Guelph Line and No. 8 Side Road -- also tested positive for the virus. "West Nile virus is clearly present in Halton," said Dr. Monir Taha, associate medical officer of health for Halton Region, adding, "We are increasing our surveillance work to keep track of virus activity." He said it is the peak-risk period for human infection. "Residents should continue to "West Nile virus is clearly present in Halton. We are increasing our surveillance work to keep track of virus activity." Dr. Monir Taha ensure their personal protection until at least the end of September," Taha said. Initial tests on a blue jay reported to the health department last Friday are also positive for the virus, according to a news release issued by the region. The bird was discovered in the area of the QEW and Trafalgar Road in Oakville. This is the first WNV positive bird found in Oakville this year. To date, there have been no human cases of WNV in Halton. To avoid the illness, residents should: · Wear light-coloured, loose-fitting, long-sleeved shirts and pants with a tightly-woven fabric. · Avoid being outside from early evening to morning when mosquitoes are most active and likely to bite as well as anytime in shady, wooded areas. · Use an approved insect repellent, such as one with DEET. Homeowners should also drain any areas of standing water, change the water in birdbaths and empty barrels and keep eavestroughs clear. To report a dead bird or standing water, call the region at 905-825-6000. For more news about your community visit www.oakvillebeaver.com Brace yourself. It's arrived. 8515 Cushioning Cross-Trainer · Introducing a new and revolutionary cushioning system that takes comfort, responsiveness and durability to the next level · Made from a highly resilient engineered thermoplastic · Contains multiple shock absorbing struts strategically located in zones between top and bottom plates 5 9 LE IDD ER M AST UPPROAD E The largest selection of New Balance apparel, accessories and footwear in multiple widths. 8 403 TH Oakville . W E. Q. TH E LIN E LIN Upper Middle Rd E & 8th Line 905.337.9393 www.newbalanceoakville.ca