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EDINBURG – With the recent torrential rainfall and flooding that impacted the eastern parts of the county, the unexpected weather event created the
Vector Control efforts are under way in the impacted areas. However, adulticiding (fumigation) efforts are restricted by weather and wind conditions. The majority of fumigation takes place very late at night or early in the morning when mosquito activity is most active and the wind is calm. Larvicide is being used in areas with standing water.
Our overall effort is to reduce the threat of Zika, Dengue, West Nile, and other mosquito borne illnesses.
People throughout Hidalgo County should continue to take precautions from mosquito bites by:
- Using EPA-approved insect repellent every time they go outside.
- Covering exposed skin with long pants and long-sleeved shirts whenever possible.
- Removing standing water in and around homes, including in trash cans, toys, and tires.
- Repairing windows and door screens to keep mosquitoes out.
- Limiting outdoor activities during peak mosquito times which are dusk and dawn.
- Using a larvicide in water that can’t be drained to keep mosquitoes from developing into biting adults.
- Maintaining and mowing your yards, emptying out flower pots and any other containers so mosquitoes can’t lay their eggs.
For more information on mosquito prevention and resources, visit www.texaszika.org.
