PROVINCETOWN – Eastern Equine Encephalitis has been confirmed on the Outer Cape as towns across the region ramp up protections. Provincetown reported two EEE-positive mosquito samples, one is a woodland species that mainly feeds on birds but will occasionally bite mammals/humans.
The other sample is a freshwater species that bites mammals and humans.
According to Provincetown officials, the Cape Cod Mosquito Control Program is beginning a treatment plan immediately and through this week to reduce risks.
Towns including Plymouth recently sprayed for mosquitos in an effort to keep possible infections down.
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