Health
Mosquito‑borne virus warnings expand in Western Australia
Western Australian health authorities issue fresh alerts for mosquito‑borne viruses in the Pilbara and Kimberley regions, urging residents and visitors to boost personal protection as the risk season
WA Health has issued updated warnings about mosquito‑borne viruses in the Pilbara and Kimberley regions, highlighting elevated risk following recent detections and weather conditions that favour mosquito activity. Health officials are advising residents and travellers to use effective insect repellent, wear long‑sleeved clothing, and avoid outdoor activity at dawn and dusk. The alerts stress that anyone with fever, headache, joint pain, or rash after possible exposure should seek medical review promptly, as some viruses can cause serious illness. Public health teams are monitoring surveillance data and coordinating local mosquito control where needed.
- Status
- active
- Location
- Pilbara and Kimberley regions, Western Australia
- Date added
- 2026-03-26 06:36 UTC
- Last updated
- 2026-03-26 06:36 UTC
- Source
- WA Health
- Connected threats
- Not provided