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New City, NY
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West Nile Virus Detected In Rockland Mosquitoes
A pool of mosquitoes has tested positive for West Nile Virus in Rockland County, according to the New York State Department of Health. Rockland County Executive Ed Day and County Health Commissioner Patricia Schnabel Ruppert announced that the infected mosquitoes were collected from a trap in Ramapo last week as the county continues surveillance efforts on the virus in the area. According to the Department of Health, “a bite from an infected mosquito can spread West Nile Virus, an infection that can cause serious illness, and in some cases, death.” Officials noted that the chances of gettin…
Ridgewood, NJ
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Jeep Crashes Into Ridgewood Service Station Convenience Store
No injuries were reported after a Jeep crashed into the front of service station convenience store on Goffle Road in Ridgewood early Thursday. Damage to the store was limited to broken glass, although firefighters requested the Health Department to determine any food was contaminated by the glass following the crash at Speedway Gas. The Jeep sustained relatively little damage. Boyd A. Loving contributed to this account.
Fairfield, CT
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Tip Or Treat When It Comes To Mosquitoes, Fairfield Health Department Says
The Health Department wants you to know its “Tip or Treat” season and by tipping or treating now you can save millions. Mosquitos breed in standing water from May until October and just a few of these water areas in your yard, can go on to be responsible for "millions and millions of mosquitos," according to the Health Department. Right now is the time to put a stop to that. You can “tip” over anything that holds water and eliminate these items for the season. And, you can “treat” those areas that can’t be eliminated with a mosquito larvicide such as BTI, which is available at …
Stamford, CT
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Boy, 5, Seen Playing On Roof Sparks Concern In Stamford, Police Say
Police aren't sure who was watching a 5-year-old boy seen by a passing motorist on Soundview Avenue climbing out a second-floor window and hopping onto the roof to play. Sgt. Robert Shawinsky said police received the call around 10:40 a.m. Wednesday, but by the time they arrived the child was back inside the home. The caller, who was concerned the child might fall, told police the boy was going in and out the window and onto a roof to play, Shawinsky said. Responding officers met with the child and his grandmother who at first said she was watching him through a translator, but then said …
New City, NY
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Take These Storm Safety Tips, Rockland County Government Says
With snow and cold weather in the forecast for Wednesday, Rockland County Executive Ed Day and County Health Commissioner Dr. Patricia Schnabel Ruppert advise residents to take common-sense steps to protect their health and safety: Outdoors: If possible, avoid driving during a winter weather event, as even small amounts of snow and ice can make traveling on roads extremely dangerous. Stock your car with a seasonal emergency kit including: blankets to keep warm, non-perishable foods and fresh water, a first aid kit, cat litter or sand in case you need traction, jumper cables, flares and a t…
