Some mosquitoes in Macon County have tested positive for West Nile Virus.

The Macon County Health Department (MCHD) says a batch of mosquitos tested positive for West Nile Virus after being collected by the Macon Mosquito Abatement District in a roaming trap.

Out of 162 samples tested only one came back positive.

We're told the risk of humans becoming infected is currently low. However, recent rainfall means there will be more mosquitoes outside.

MCHD says mosquitoes are attracted to standing water, bare skin, and dark clothing. It is recommended to follow the four D’s to help keep mosquitoes away:

• Drain: Empty standing water every 5-7 days including watering dishes, bird baths, etc.
  
• Dress: Wear long sleeves, long pants, and light-colored, loose-fitting clothing.
  
• Defend: Properly apply an EPA-registered repellent such as DEET, picaridin, IR 3535, or oil of lemon-eucalyptus. Insect repellents are not recommended for children younger than 2 months of age.
• Dusk/Dawn: Avoid peak mosquito activity at dusk and dawn, when possible
  

At this time there is not a positive human case in Macon County.