With summer in full swing, so are all the mosquitoes.

The Texas Department of Health Services warns Texas residents to take precautions against the dangers mosquitoes pose by carrying diseases like the Zika virus, the West Nile virus and malaria. They recommend residents use bug spray, wear protective clothing and prevent more from hatching by taking care of open water sources.

Jess Huff’s email address is jess.huff@lufkindailynews.com.