A mosquito pool in Essex County has tested positive for West Nile Virus, according to the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit.

This is the first sign of the virus in Windsor and Essex County this year.

Certain types of mosquitoes spread WNV, a potentially serious infection to humans. This first positive mosquito pool of the season is an indicator that the virus is present in our community.

The health unit says they have not received any reports of a human case of West Nile.

Windsor-Essex residents should continue to protect themselves against mosquitoes by eliminating any standing water around their home and property and taking personal protective measures to avoid mosquito bites.

The health unit will continue to monitor for West Nile virus activity.

The 2015 larviciding program began on May 29 and will continue throughout the summer.