The Canyon County Mosquito Abatement announced the bad news in a press release. Which is where we begin with our Canyon County report describing the county as the first in the state to detect the West Nile Virus. “This is the First Idaho County reporting positive mosquito pools this season,” said Jim Lunders, Director of Canyon County Mosquito Abatement District. Joe Raedle, Getty Images Joe Raedle, Getty ImagesHow To Protect Yourself Against West Nile Virus in Idaho“With the increased risk of West Nile virus, we encourage people to take appropriate precautions to protect themselves from mosquito bites,” said Lunders. West Nile Virus Mosquito Locations Areas To Avoid So You Don't Get West Nile in Idaho Gallery Credit: KEVIN MILLERCan Clothes Protect You and Your Family?