Mild winter means more mosquitos

UNDATED (CNN) - May is the beginning of mosquito season.  This brings concerns of West Nile virus.  Already some states such as Pennsylvania and California are reporting some cases of the virus.  Because of the mild winter, mosquitos will be plentiful.  You'll want to protect yourself and know the symptoms of West Nile.

Signs of the virus are much like the flu: headaches, achiness, exhaustion, fever, and disorientation.  In people with weak immune systems, it can be deadly.  See your doctor if you show signs of West Nile.

To protect yourself remember these things.  Mosquitos love water, they breed in it, so cut down on standing water if you can.  Peak hours for mosquitos are dawn and dusk.  Try to wear long sleeves and long pants at these times.  Also, use bug spray and lanterns to keep the bugs at bay.