@626news: La Puente residents are being urged to take precautions against West Nile virus following confirmed detections in local mosquitoes. According to the San Gabriel Valley Mosquito & Vector Control District’s surveillance report, updated October 13, 2026, 4 mosquito samples collected in La Puente tested positive for West Nile virus in 2026. Residents are encouraged to eliminate standing water around their homes, use EPA-registered insect repellent, and wear long sleeves and pants when outdoors to help prevent mosquito bites. #lapuente #haciendaheights #valinda