Health Alerts & News
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Beaches are Open!
Read more: Beaches are Open!Water closures are lifted as of this morning, Thursday, July 23rd. Swimming and recreational water activities are now open.
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West Nile Virus
Read more: West Nile VirusJuly 20, 2026 Mosquitoes Test Positive for West Nile virus in Westport The CT Mosquito Management Program has advised the Aspetuck Health District that a pool of mosquitoes has tested positive for West Nile virus in Westport at the North Avenue collection site. While this is Westport’s first notification of the season, mosquitoes testing positive for West Nile virus have also been identified…
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Air Quality Alert for Connecticut
Read more: Air Quality Alert for ConnecticutAn air quality alert has been issued statewide due to wildfire smoke from Canada. Sensitive groups and people with respiratory or heart conditions should consider limiting time spent outdoors if possible. Stay hydrated and alert for medical symptoms. Seek medical attention if having difficulty breathing. For more information on air quality forecast, click here.
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“Stop the Bleed” on July 23rd
Read more: “Stop the Bleed” on July 23rdJoin us on July 23rd at 7:00PM for a “Stop the Bleed” training session at the Health District. Learn tips and techniques for emergency situations. Session is free of charge and open to all. Please email mvincelli@aspetuckhd.org to learn more and reserve your slot.
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Beaches are open for swimming.
Read more: Beaches are open for swimming.Burying Hill and Compo Beach in Westport are open for swimming. Bisceglie Pond in Weston is open for swimming.
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AHD website recognized
Read more: AHD website recognizedThe Aspetuck Health District website redesign has been honored with a Silver Award of Distinction from the 32nd Annual Communicator Awards. Congratulations and thank you to our website design partner, Daydream Communications! To learn more, click here.
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Beach water testing resumes May 18th
Read more: Beach water testing resumes May 18thThe 2026 beach water testing season begins on May 18th, with enhanced testing and reporting protocols. The improved process builds upon the State of Connecticut’s Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) and the Department of Public Health (DPH) Guidelines for Monitoring Swimming Water and Closure Protocol, and now includes additional beach water samples and…
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State Reports Tick Activity High
Read more: State Reports Tick Activity HighConnecticut Agricultural Experiment Station (CAES) scientists are reporting that tick activity is already very high this season. Tick samples sent to the CAES lab are testing positive for Lyme disease at a higher than average rate. Residents who spend time outside should take precautions. Residents are encouraged to submit ticks removed from their bodies to…
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Buying a Home with Septic? Things to Know
Read more: Buying a Home with Septic? Things to KnowWhen purchasing a home with a septic system, prospective buyers can have many questions. What does the existing septic system consist of? Is it working properly? How long will it last? If it fails, how much will a replacement system cost? Connecticut Department of Public health put together this a Fact Sheet to guide prospective…
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Be Tick Aware: Lone Star ticks & Alpha-gal syndrome
Read more: Be Tick Aware: Lone Star ticks & Alpha-gal syndromeTick bite prevention is important all year round. Alpha-gal syndrome (AGS) is caused by certain tick bites. According to the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), in the United States, AGS is primarily associated with the bite of a lone star tick, and less commonly by the bite of a blacklegged tick or a western blacklegged tick.…