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CTV News
2 hours ago
- Health
- CTV News
Wellington County reports first case of mosquito-acquired horse virus
West Nile virus is spread to humans and animals by the bite of an infected mosquito. (File) A horse in Wellington County has tested positive for the Eastern Equine Encephalitis virus, which is transmitted by the bite of an infected mosquito. Eastern Equine Encephalitis, or EEEV, is a rare but serious illness. While it mostly affects horses, people can also catch the disease. Symptoms in humans include fever, headache, nausea, vomiting, weakness, diarrhea, seizures, drowsiness and behavioural changes. Some people can develop meningitis or encephalitis while, in severe cases, the virus is potentially life-threatening. There is no risk of human-to-human transmission. Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health said there has never been a confirmed human case of EEEV in the region. The horse, they explained, had not travelled outside Wellington County. 'This local case highlights the ongoing presence of mosquito-borne viruses and the importance of staying protected,' Dr. Matthew Tenenbaum, the associate medical officer of health for Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health, said in a media release. 'We remain proactive in monitoring and controlling mosquito populations in our region, but everyone should take basic steps to avoid mosquito bites.' To reduce the risk of infection by a mosquito, officials stressed the importance of: Wearing light-coloured clothing Wearing long-sleeved shirts and pants, especially when outdoors at dawn or dusk Using Health Canada-approved mosquito repellents Repairing all screens on windows and doors Draining standing water around your property (flowerpots, birdbaths, kiddie pools, clogged gutters, etc.) Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health said they continue to conduct mosquito testing around the region for both the West Nile virus and EEEV.
CBC
4 hours ago
- Health
- CBC
Eastern equine encephalitis virus confirmed in horse in Wellington County
A horse in Wellington County has tested positive for eastern equine encephalitis virus, a mosquito-borne virus which the health unit says is "rare but potentially serious." There are no human cases reported, Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health said in an advisory Thursday. This is the first case of the virus in the area. Public health says the horse has not travelled outside Wellington County. Public health says the virus mainly affects horses and poses a low risk to humans. However, the virus can be potentially life-threatening for some people in severe cases. Symptoms may include: fever, headache, nausea, vomiting, weakness, seizures and behavioural changes. Last September and August, the virus was linked to the death of an Ottawa resident and a person in New Hampshire. There is no risk of human-to-human transmission, public health said. Although the virus "is rare in humans, this local case highlights the ongoing presence of mosquito-borne viruses and the importance of staying protected," associate medical officer of health Dr. Matthew Tenenbaum said in a release. "We remain proactive in monitoring and controlling mosquito populations in our region, but everyone should take basic steps to avoid mosquito bites." Earlier this month, Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health reported a dead crow found in Guelph had tested positive for another mosquito-borne virus, West Nile. Public health says the most effective way to avoid both viruses is to reduce the risk of getting mosquito bites. People can do that by: Wearing light-coloured clothing (including long sleeves and pants). Using an approved mosquito repellant. Repairing holes in screen doors and windows.
CTV News
22-07-2025
- Automotive
- CTV News
Serious collision closes stretch of road in Wellington County
A section of Wellington Road 124 is closed following a serious collision in Wellington County. Ontario Provincial Police say the crash happened early Tuesday morning, prompting a closure between Third Line and Wellington Road 29. Authorities are urging drivers to avoid the area and plan alternate routes. There is no word on how many vehicles were involved or whether anyone was injured. Officials say more information will be shared as it becomes available.
CTV News
17-07-2025
- CTV News
OPP search for stolen vehicle in Elora
An Ontario Provincial Police vehicle is pictured in this file image. (Filo Photo/Ontario Provincial Police | Photo Credit: Bobb Barratt) The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are asking for the public's help to find a vehicle believed to be stolen from Patrick Boulevard in Elora. Police responded to a call involving a stolen vehicle around 6:30 a.m. Thursday. OPP said the victim left their vehicle in their front driveway of their home around midnight. When they woke up, they discovered their vehicle had been stolen. The vehicle is a black 2023 Lexus RX350 Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV) with a licence plate reading CYVT129. It has red brake calipers, matte black rims and a red interior. The OPP is asking nearby residents to check their dash-cam and home security footage between 12:00 a.m. and 6:30 a.m. on Thursday morning. Anyone with information is asked to contact police.
CTV News
17-07-2025
- CTV News
Milton driver clocked at more than 50km/h over the speed limit near Belwood Lake
An Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) badge is seen on an officer's arm on Jan. 24, 2023. (Dan Lauckner/CTV Kitchener) A driver from Milton is facing charges after police said they caught them driving at more than 50 km/h over the speed limit. Members of the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police said they saw the driver on Wellington Road 16, north of Belwood Lake, on Thursday around 8:30 a.m. They pulled the driver over and charged the 57-year-old with speeding 50+ km/h over the posted limit and driving while using a handheld communication device.
