Two US states are under threat from the spread of a rare mosquito-borne virus.
We are talking about the deadly Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE).
Due to the threat of the virus spreading, the states of Vermont and Massachusetts have imposed curfews, reports the Daily Mail .
These US regions have asked their populations to stay home in the evening (6pm to 6am) and many public events have been cancelled.
Epidemiologists found 47 groups of mosquito carriers in 11 small towns and 3 cities.
It has been decided to cancel the Oktoberfest festival, which is held in Vermont. Here it is one of the main events of the year, which brings together a large number of beer lovers.
In addition, a number of music and food festivals have been cancelled.
VEL can be fatal if left untreated. In severe cases, patients experience swelling of the brain, which is a dangerous condition.
