The first case of Zika virus has been confirmed in Solano County, according to the county's Department of Health and Social Services.

The patient had recently traveled to Central America, an area active with the Zika virus, the Solano County Department of Health and Social Services said.

However, there is no immediate danger of residents getting the Zika virus.

"We want the public to know that at this time the Zika virus poses no risk to Solano County residents," Solano County Deputy Health Officer Dr. Michael Stacey said.

"The virus, which is primarily transmitted by two species of invasive mosquitos...are not native to the Bay area and have no established population here."

Zika, which is transmitted by an infected mosquito, causes mild symptoms, including fever, rash and joint pain. But the virus has led to birth defects in pregnant women. 

The best way to prevent Zika virus infection is to avoid traveling to places where there is active Zika transmission, Dr. Stacey said.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there are travel notices for the Caribbean, Central America, the Pacific Islands, and South America.

Since Jan. 2015, there have been 591 travel-associated cases in the United States. 

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