Dr. Letosha Gale-Lowe said the county has noticed a rise in the mosquito population following recent rains and warmer months.

Fort Bend County Health and Human Services has confirmed the first positive mosquito sample for West Nile virus in 2025.

The two positive test results were reported in Hapeville and northwest Atlanta. The BOH said it will work with a mosquito control vendor to eliminate mosquitoes in the areas where West Nile was detected.