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health1 month ago•1 min saved

Sumter County urges residents to eliminate standing water as mosquito activity rises

Sumter County Mosquito Control has issued a warning regarding increased mosquito activity driven by recent rainfall and typical Florida summer weather. The county is intensifying surveillance of nuisance and vector species using light trap counts, landing rates, and citizen complaints. When populations exceed action thresholds, targeted treatments are deployed. Residents are advised to eliminate standing water in containers, gutters, tires, and pool covers to prevent breeding. Protective measures include using EPA-registered repellents, wearing long sleeves, and repairing window screens. Citizens can report concerns or request services via the county website or by calling 352-689-4400. Sign-ups for AlertSumter provide notifications on local spraying schedules.

via Villages-News.com|

#florida #health #mosquito-control

home5 months ago•10 min saved

Tackle Mosquitoes at the Source With Expert-Backed Home Solutions

NBC Select panels expert guidance and product picks for ridding homes of mosquitoes: start by identifying and eliminating standing water to stop breeding, then use a mix of larvicidal options (like mosquito dunks) and devices such as indoor plug-in traps (Zevo), outdoor repellents (Thermacell), bug zappers, and body repellents to prevent bites and entry.

via NBC News|

#home #mosquito-dunks #mosquitoes

local-news9 months ago•21 min saved

El Segundo Battles Nighttime Mosquito Influx Near Hyperion Plant

El Segundo residents have faced weeks of unbearable mosquito infestations since November, with authorities pointing to standing water from recent rains and a land strip adjacent to LADWP’s Hyperion Water Reclamation Plant as possible sources of the Aedes aegypti surge. Officials, including Hyperion plant staff and county vector control, are dewatering and treating affected areas while continuing to track sources, as residents describe living in an “absolute nightmare” with sleep disrupted.

via Patch|

#el-segundo #hyperion-water-reclamation-plant #ladwp

home-and-garden1 year ago•7 min saved

Expert Tips to Prevent Mosquitoes and Ticks This Summer

To keep mosquitoes out of your yard, eliminate all standing water, maintain gutters and pools, plant mosquito-repellent foliage, and encourage natural predators like birds and bats. When mosquitoes are already present, use fans, DEET or lemon eucalyptus oil, and set up traps, while avoiding ineffective methods like citronella candles. Community efforts and environmental management are also crucial for effective control.

via Real Simple|

#entomology #home-and-garden #mosquito-control

health-and-environment3 years ago•1 min saved

Mosquito Infestation Spreads Across San Diego County

San Diego County is experiencing an increase in Aedes Aegypti mosquitoes due to the recent tropical storm, which has left standing water in ponds and lakes. These mosquitoes are known for low-level flying and attacking ankles without warning. Experts advise checking properties for standing water and clearing out drainage pipes to prevent breeding. While larger bodies of water on public lands are treated by Vector control, the numerous smaller water sources in backyards pose a challenge. Mosquitoes are most active at dusk and dawn.

via FOX 5 San Diego|

#aedes-aegypti #health-and-environment #mosquitoes

health-and-lifestyle3 years ago•1 min saved

Effective Strategies to Prevent Mosquito Bites

Experts recommend using DEET-based repellants, such as citronella candles or lemon grass plants, to repel mosquitoes during South Florida's hot and humid summers. Additionally, it is important to eliminate standing water around homes to prevent mosquito breeding.

via WPTV News Channel 5 West Palm|

#deet #health-and-lifestyle #mosquito-control

health3 years ago•1 min saved

Portland Braces for Record-Breaking Mosquito Season, Warns Multnomah County

Multnomah County's Vector Control and Code Enforcement Program supervisor, Levi Zahn, warns that the county is on track to beat last year's record number of mosquitoes due to an early spike in mosquitoes caused by warm weather. The county collected 10,000 to 15,000 mosquitoes from a dozen traps over the last week and is monitoring diseases they may carry, like West Nile virus. Zahn advises using repellent, wearing long sleeves and pants at dawn and dusk when mosquitoes are most active, and getting rid of standing water around your home to protect yourself.

via Fox 12 Oregon|

#health #mosquitoes #multnomah-county

lifestyle3 years ago•2 min saved

Avoiding Mosquito Infestations: Kitchen and Yard Tips

Mosquitoes can be attracted to kitchens due to food remnants and humid environments. To prevent them from entering your home, regulate the humidity with a dehumidifier, discard standing water, and keep the kitchen clean. Mosquitoes breed in standing water, so be sure to mop up any water underneath appliances and change out pet's water bowl frequently. Hidden moist areas in the kitchen should also be checked.

via House Digest|

#cleaning #humidity #kitchen

lifestyle3 years ago•2 min saved

Effective ways to repel mosquitoes from invading your yard.

Mosquitoes are attracted to the odors and gases we produce, and their season is longer than it was decades ago. While natural alternatives like mosquito-repelling plants may not work, removing standing water and using smoke to keep them away can be effective. Entomologist Vera Krischik recommends making a little fire that produces smoke and putting a fan to move it around to keep mosquitoes off your deck.

via CBS Minnesota|

#entomologist #lifestyle #mosquitoes

health3 years ago•8 min saved

Mosquito populations surge in California due to heavy rains and floods.

Heavy rain in the Inland Empire has created breeding grounds for mosquitoes, leading to concerns of a major infestation. Mosquito-control agencies are urging residents to eliminate standing water and report potential breeding sources. The Northwest Mosquito and Vector Control District is deploying a catchy phrase to enlist residents’ help: “tip, toss and take action.” The district is also inspecting and treating larger pools of water. Mosquitoes are prolific at reproduction, and a single female mosquito can lay hundreds of eggs in a single night.

via The Press-Enterprise|

#health #inland-empire #mosquitoes

health3 years ago•2 min saved

Early Mosquito Season Expected Due to Heavy Rains.

Heavy rains in Santa Barbara County have caused an early start to mosquito season, with more mosquitoes expected due to standing water. Mosquitoes can carry deadly diseases such as West Nile virus, and invasive Aedes mosquitoes can spread diseases like yellow fever, Chikungunya, Dengue, and Zika. Residents are advised to dump standing water and wear long clothing and EPA-approved bug repellent to prevent mosquito bites. The Mosquito and Vector Management District has a hotline to report dead birds for testing for West Nile virus.

via Noozhawk|

#diseases #health #mosquitoes

health3 years ago•1 min saved

Man dies from flesh-eating bacteria after pond dip.

A California man died from necrotizing fasciitis, a flesh-eating bacteria, after wading into standing water to retrieve his dog. Jeff Bova, 41, was diagnosed with the infection after he had a small cut on his arm. He tried to treat the infection himself but eventually developed painful blisters and other symptoms that required hospitalization. Necrotizing fasciitis is a rare but serious infection that kills the body's tissue and spreads quickly. The CDC says between 700 and 1,110 cases are recorded in the U.S. every year.

via New York Daily News|

#california #flesh-eating-bacteria #health

health3 years ago•1 min saved

Fatal Encounter: Man Dies from Flesh-Eating Bacteria After Pond Mishap

A San Diego man died of necrotizing fasciitis, an infection caused by flesh-eating bacteria, after getting water on a small cut on his arm while chasing his dog into a pond. The bacteria, Streptococcus A, is found in warm, brackish water and can quickly reproduce in tissue, moving through the body rapidly and giving off toxins. Necrotizing fasciitis is a very serious illness that requires immediate hospital care and kills 20% of the people it infects, including those who visit a hospital immediately after symptoms appear.

via Newser|

#flesh-eating-bacteria #health #necrotizing-fasciitis

health3 years ago•2 min saved

California Man Dies from Flesh-Eating Bacteria Contracted in Pond.

A California man died of necrotizing fasciitis, a flesh-eating bacteria, after wading into standing water with a small cut on his arm while chasing his dog into a pond. The infection spreads quickly, killing the body’s soft tissue. Even with treatment, up to 1 in 3 people with necrotizing fasciitis die from the infection, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The bacteria is often found in warm, brackish water and enters the body through broken skin. The man's mother is urging the public to avoid standing water and seek medical attention immediately if they notice any redness or swelling.

via NBC News|

#antibiotics #california #flesh-eating-bacteria