When did the 2012 west nile virus start?

The 2012 West Nile virus outbreak in the United States began to gain significant attention in the summer of that year, particularly in July and August. It marked one of the largest outbreaks since the virus was first detected in the U.S. in 1999. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported thousands of cases, with a notable increase in severe illnesses and deaths linked to the virus during that time.