How To Protect Yourself From Ticks And Mosquitoes As West Nile Risk Rises In California

Sacramento County confirms first West Nile–positive mosquito sample of the season near Tahoe Park, prompting reminders about outdoor pest and bite safety.

Click here to watch the news story.

News Station

ABC 10

Local news station for Sacramento.

ABC: How To Protect Yourself From Ticks And Mosquitoes As West Nile Risk Rises In California

ABC 10

Last updated:

May 28, 2026

| 5 min read

Mosquito feeding on human skin with text about mosquito season starting earlier near Tahoe Park.

How To Protect Yourself From Ticks And Mosquitoes As West Nile Risk Rises In California

Sacramento County confirms first West Nile–positive mosquito sample of the season near Tahoe Park, prompting reminders about outdoor pest and bite safety.

Click here to watch the news story.

News Station

ABC 10

Local news station for Sacramento.

News Station

ABC 10

Local news station for Sacramento.

view author profile

Menciones en los medios de comunicación

Campfire conversations with our community, from Squad MembersSquad Members and Ambassadors to Brand Partners and the Sawyer team.

We build products withindustry-leadingstandards and technology, designed to keep you outdoors for longer. Explore what others are saying about Sawyer.

News fromSawyer HQin Tampa Bay, FL, including product resources, updates in technology, and recent brand developments.

NewThere’s nothing like seeing hearing from those who are personally touched by the promise ofclean water. Explore their stories and lift your soul; you’ve made this work possible.

Stories and experiences encompassing a spread of outdoor enthusiasms, from theBackcountry to the Backyard^TM. What keeps you outdoors?

Trail tips and packing list guides for backcountry travel, gear choices.Trail guidesfor hiking, biking, thru-hiking and more.

Read aboutproduct reviewsfrom various media outlets, customers, community members, and outdoor gear websites.

Yahoo! Shopping: 27 Products From REI You’ll Try Once And Use As A Staple The Whole Summer

June 14, 2026

BuzzFeed: 27 Camping Products From REI That Have Rave Reviews For A Reason

June 14, 2026

NJ: The Best Bug Sprays Of 2026, According To Reviews

June 14, 2026

Hunting Life: Tick Bites Surge To A 10-Year High

June 14, 2026

Ver todos los artículos

HomeBlogMenciones en los medios de comunicación

ABC: How To Protect Yourself From Ticks And Mosquitoes As West Nile Risk Rises In California

ABC 10

Last updated:

May 22, 2026

| 5 min read

How To Protect Yourself From Ticks And Mosquitoes As West Nile Risk Rises In California

Sacramento County confirms first West Nile–positive mosquito sample of the season near Tahoe Park, prompting reminders about outdoor pest and bite safety.

Click here to watch the news story.

News Station

ABC 10

Local news station for Sacramento.

News Station

ABC 10

Local news station for Sacramento.

learn about the author

Menciones en los medios de comunicación

Campfire conversations with our community, from Squad MembersSquad Members and Ambassadors to Brand Partners and the Sawyer team.

We build products withindustry-leadingstandards and technology, designed to keep you outdoors for longer. Explore what others are saying about Sawyer.

News fromSawyer HQin Tampa Bay, FL, including product resources, updates in technology, and recent brand developments.

NewThere’s nothing like seeing hearing from those who are personally touched by the promise ofclean water. Explore their stories and lift your soul; you’ve made this work possible.

Stories and experiences encompassing a spread of outdoor enthusiasms, from theBackcountry to the Backyard^TM. What keeps you outdoors?

Trail tips and packing list guides for backcountry travel, gear choices.Trail guidesfor hiking, biking, thru-hiking and more.

Read aboutproduct reviewsfrom various media outlets, customers, community members, and outdoor gear websites.