In late February concerns were raised about a possible case of Hantavirus in Levelland.
But on Friday, in response to a question from EverythingLubbock.com, the Texas Department of State Health Services said a confirmatory test was negative.
That means there is no known Hantavirus case in Levelland or Hockley County, and the investigation is closed.
A spokesman for the DSHS in Austin said, “It’s a test that can have false positives so we always like to do confirmatory tests.”
A store in Levelland was closed in February due to concerns of possible pest infestation in the building’s ceiling. Mice can carry Hanatavirus. Three store employees reported flu-like symptoms, and Hantavirus also can lead to flu-like symptoms.
A call to the store on Friday was not answered. Messages were left with the store’s corporate office to seek an update. A message was also left with the City of Levelland seeking an update.
If possible – this story will be updated to reflect the status of the store.
