ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Four more mosquito traps have tested positive for West Nile virus in DeKalb County, health officials said Monday. The traps were in Avondale Estates, Clarkston, Doraville and the Decatur-Stonecrest area. This is the second time this summer that traps have tested positive for the virus in DeKalb County. PREVIOUS COVERAGE: West Nile virus found in DeKalb County mosquito traps, health officials say Fulton County has also reported infected traps. Health officials in DeKalb and Fulton say there have been no human cases of West Nile this year. One case has been reported in the state, in Muscogee County in west-central Georgia, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The virus is mainly spread through mosquito bites, according to the CDC. Most people infected with the virus don’t show any symptoms, but some can become mildly or severely sick. Mild illness might include flu-like symptoms such as fever, headache, body aches, joint pain, vomiting, diarrhea or rash. Those with a more severe case might have neck stiffness, stupor, disorientation and muscle weakness. The DeKalb health board offers the following tips to help keep yourself safe: Click here to learn more about West Nile virus. All outdoor activities suspended at Fulton County park after positive West Nile virus sample Rain raises West Nile virus concerns after mosquitoes test positive Grant Park residents on alert after mosquitoes test positive for West Nile…
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