Two dead crows found near the Rolando and Skyline neighborhoods tested positive for West Nile virus, marking some of the earliest signs of virus activity this year in San Diego County, according to Patch, citing county officials. No human cases have been reported locally so far.

West Nile virus primarily affects birds, but mosquitoes can transmit it to people after feeding on infected birds. Most infected people have no symptoms or only mild symptoms, though rare cases can become severe.

County officials are urging residents to prevent mosquito breeding, protect themselves from bites and report mosquito activity or dead birds. That means dumping standing water from plant saucers, gutters, buckets, toys, tires and wheelbarrows, and checking that window and door screens are in good shape.

For Santee households, the practical takeaway is simple: warm weather and irrigated yards can create small mosquito breeding spots fast. Residents can report unusual mosquito activity, green pools, standing water or dead birds such as crows, ravens, jays, hawks and owls to the county Vector Control Program at 858-694-2888 or vector@sdcounty.ca.gov.

Source: Patch, "West Nile Virus Detected In 2 Dead Crows In San Diego County," June 1, 2026. More county mosquito prevention information is available at SDFightTheBite.com.