LISBON, Wis. -- A dead crow found dead in Lisbon on August 7 has tested positive for West Nile virus, according to the Waukesha County Department of Parks and Land Use – Environmental Health Division.

This is the second bird to test positive for the West Nile virus in Waukesha County since surveillance for the virus began on May 1.

“Waukesha County residents should be aware of West Nile virus and take some simple steps to protect themselves against mosquito bites,” Jill Posanski, humane officer in Waukesha County’s Division of Environmental Health said. “The West Nile virus seems to be here to stay, so the best way to avoid the disease is to reduce exposure to and eliminate breeding grounds for mosquitoes.”

The Waukesha County’s Division of Environmental Health recommends the following:

Maintain window screens in good repair to decrease indoor contact with mosquitoes

Avoid being outside during times of high mosquito activity, specifically around dawn and dusk

Wear light colored protective clothing such as long pants, loose-fitting long-sleeved shirts and tuck pants in socks when outdoors

When outdoors, consider using an effective mosquito repellant containing an active ingredient registered by the EPA, such as DEET , picaridin or oil of lemon eucalyptus.

Do not provide a breeding ground for mosquitoes—remove containers, old tires and any objects where water can collect and mosquitoes can lay eggs.

The majority of people who are infected with West Nile virus do not get sick. Those who do become ill usually experience mild symptoms such as fever, headache, or rash. Less than 1 percent of people infected with the virus get seriously ill.

This mosquito season, no humans have been identified with West Nile virus in Wisconsin.

To report a sick or dead crow, blue jay, or raven, please call the Dead Bird Reporting Hotline at 1-800-433-1610.

More information about the West Nile virus can be found here .