A human case of West Nile virus has been reported in Berrien County.

The virus has been detected in mosquitos around St. Joseph County, Indiana since June.

Officials north of the state line say the Berrien County case is most likely traceable to an overseas trip, but the virus has been detected in several places around the state.

Everyone should take steps to avoid mosquito bites, like staying away from swampy areas at dawn and dusk, wearing light colored-long sleeves and pants, and using bug spray that contains DEET.

Learn more about West Nile tracking in Michigan by clicking here: https://www.michigan.gov/emergingdiseases/home/west-nile