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Manvel mosquito trap tests positive for West Nile Virus
Summary by The Woodlands Editorial Desk Briahn.Hawkins@fox.com (Briahn Hawkins) , as published by Fox 26 Houston
· August 12, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway For more information on this development, readers can consult the original report from Fox 26 Houston.
A mosquito trap in Manvel has tested positive for West Nile Virus. As a result, Mosquito Control will be taking action to address the issue. The affected area will be treated twice nightly for three consecutive nights.
This treatment is intended to reduce the mosquito population and mitigate the risk of West Nile Virus transmission. Following the treatment period, officials will retest the area to assess the effectiveness of their efforts. For more information on this development, readers can consult the original report from Fox 26 Houston.
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Category: local Published: August 12, 2026 Source: Fox 26 Houston Reading time: 1 min
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