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Monday, Mar. 15 - Sunday, Mar. 21: The
recent rains may increase mosquito larval development this week.
Larviciding activities continue with an occasional "spot
treatment" . Warmer temperatures this week may increase adult
host seeking activity. No, virus transmission was detected this
past week in Sarasota County for either West Nile Virus and
Eastern Equine Encephalitis. Virus activity, however has been
noted in Florida, so personal protection is paramount and
vaccination of animals especially horses is recommended. No
missions are planned this time.
If adult mosquito numbers in traps increase or high landing
rates are noted a spray notice will be posted here. Mosquito
Management technicians continue to larvicide standing water
where larvae are present and to do spot treatments for adult
mosquitoes when warranted.
To report a mosquito problem, request mosquito fish, report
special outdoor events or request information call the number
below.
Mosquito Zones Map
Mosquito Spraying Rates
At the application rate of six tenths of an ounce per acre, the
spray is effective against flying mosquitoes, but is considered
safe for people and pets by the U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency. It has no lasting presence (residual) in the
environment.
- Aerial spraying takes place at night when mosquitoes are most
active.
- Aerial treatments provide quick relief from mosquito bites and
can reduce the threat of mosquito-transmitted diseases such as West
Nile viral encephalitis and St. Louis encephalitis.
- Spraying is done by truck in urban areas using permethrin, a
synthetic form of an insecticide derived from the chrysanthemum
flower.
- Permethrins are commonly used in pet dips as well as in other
household sprays.
Contact Information
Phone: 941-861-5000
Location: Mosquito Management
5531 Pinkney Ave.
Sarasota, FL 34233
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