Orange County Confirms First West Nile Virus Deaths of the Year

First West Nile virus deaths reported this year in Orange County

Orange County health officials on Tuesday reported the first human deaths associated with West Nile virus this year. OC Health Care Agency said the cases have been confirmed "in older adults this week" but didn't provide further details about the patients. Orange County has had 36 West Nile virus infections confirmed this year as residents [...]

Orange County reports first West Nile virus deaths of 2026

Symptoms of West Nile infection can include fever, headache, body aches and fatigue, according to health officials.

Orange County confirms first West Nile virus deaths of the year

The Orange County Health Care Agency said the deadly cases were "confirmed in older adults" this week.

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OC Health Care Agency Reports First Human West Nile Virus Related Deaths of 2026 | Orange County California - Health Care Agency

(Santa Ana, CA) - The first human deaths associated with West Nile virus (WNV) infection in Orange County in 2026 have been confirmed in older adults this week by OC Health Care Agency (HCA) officials. With a severe season and increased cases reported across California, residents and visitors are urged to take precautions to prevent mosquito bites.

OC Health Care Agency Reports First Human West Nile Virus Related Deaths of 2026

Orange County has had 36 WNV infections reported this year.