West Nile Outbreaks Hit South Carolina | Charleston News

West Nile virus outbreaks just hit South Carolina’s Midlands and Lowcountry, with six new human cases confirmed — two in the Midlands, four in the Lowcountry — all clustered closely in time. This follows a recent outbreak in the Pee Dee region, bringing this year’s total to sixteen cases, most diagnosed in August. While the virus doesn’t spread person-to-person, infected mosquitoes are the culprit. Most people show no symptoms, but about 20% get flu-like illness, and less than 1% develop serious neurological issues. Officials urge residents to use repellent during dawn and dusk, eliminate standing water around homes, and Charleston County is preparing for increased mosquito spraying. Simple steps can help stop the spread.

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