A mosquito from Wareham tested positive for West Nile Virus on August 12, according to the Mass. Department of Public Health.

Wareham Health Agent Robert Either has confirmed that the species of the mosquito found indicates that it bites birds, not mammals, but he stressed that it's important to continue to exercise caution around mosquitoes until the first frost — generally in the beginning of October.

"At this point, there's no extra precautions other than the normal precautions, and those are to limit your activities from dusk to dawn," Ethier said. "If you do have to go out, wear protective clothing and wear mosquito repellant with DEET."

Currently, there is no aerial spraying for mosquitos planned.

West Nile Virus produces flu-like symptoms in humans. It can be dangerous, especially for the young and elderly. Some with the virus experience fevers, severe headaches, become disoriented, and feel weak. Officials advise residents to seek medical care if such symptoms occur.

Here is a handy, printable list of precautions from the Plymouth County Mosquito Control:

• Avoid shaded areas where mosquitoes may be resting

• If possible, schedule your activities to avoid the times when mosquitoes are most active — usually dawn and dusk

• Wear protective clothing such as long pants and long sleeve shirts when outdoors

• Use insect repellents properly. DEET, picaridin and oil of lemon-eucalyptus are proven to be the most effective. Use repellents only as directed on the label.

• If you have a deck or patio, light it using General Electric yellow "Bug Lights." These lights are not repellant, per se, but do not attract mosquitoes like other incandescent lights. Mosquitoes are relatively weak fliers, so placing a large fan on your deck or patio can provide an effective low-tech solution.

• Check your door and window screens for holes and tears that mosquitoes can use to enter your home. Put 16 mesh screening or hardware cloth over bathroom vents and other vent outlets on your roof.

• Keep pools clean and chlorinated

• Keep emergent vegetation to a minimum in ponds and streams

• Eliminate all standing water on your property