Rain from recent storms have left behind standing water that provides mosquitoes ample breeding ground to multiply. An increase in nuisance mosquitoes may initially occur in areas impacted by these storms. This may be followed by an increase in the types of mosquitoes that can spread Arboviral diseases like West Nile.The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS ) and the South Plains Public Health District urges people to not give mosquitoes a biting chance by following these steps to protect themselves and their families from West Nile and other diseases spread by mosquitoes.nWEAR long sleeves and pants. Create a ...