Welcome to the South Dakota Department of Health's webpage on West Nile Virus (WNV) surveillance and dashboard. Here, you will find valuable information about the state's ongoing efforts to monitor and track the real-time spread of WNV.
South Dakota has implemented a comprehensive WNV surveillance program encompassing human and mosquito surveillance. By analyzing data on these two fronts, health officials can identify high-risk areas, implement targeted interventions, and inform the public about potential threats. Our goal is to ensure the safety and well-being of all residents through proactive monitoring and responsive action.
2026 West Nile Virus Surveillance
If you have any questions about this dashboard, please reach out to the Epidemiology, Surveillance, and Informatics Center (ESIC) at epidemiology@state.sd.us.
Join the SWAT Team at any risk level
S - Spray
- Apply an EPA-approved insect repellent whenever you are outside.
W - Water
- Remove standing water from around your home—including buckets, flowerpots, clogged gutters, and other containers.
- Empty and refill bird baths and outdoor pet bowls at least once a week.
A - Arms (and clothing)
- Wear long sleeves and long pants when spending time outdoors, especially at dawn and dusk.
T - Time
- Try to limit time spent outdoors at dawn and dusk, when mosquitoes are most active.
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