Crow Tests Positive for West Nile Virus in Brockville

Crow tests positive for West Nile Virus in Brockville

The South East Health Unit (SEHU) has confirmed an American crow has tested positive for West Nile virus (WNv) in the Brockville area.

Media Release: American Crow tested positive for West Nile Virus and serves as reminder to take precautions - Hastings Prince Edward Public Health

Brockville/July 22, 2025 A lab-confirmed case of West Nile Virus (WNV) in an American Crow has been identified in the Brockville area. This is the first avian WNV reported in South East Health Unit (SEHU) region this year. SEHU continues to conduct surveillance for cases of WNV to ensure accurate tracking of its occurrence both locally and provincially. In addition, each summer public health collects mosquito samples from monitoring traps and sub