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Hurricane Mosquito Control Efforts 

“We understand the vital role that effective mosquito control plays in protecting our community’s health, especially following recent, back-to-back major hurricanes. Our team is fully committed to reducing mosquito populations and ensuring a safe environment for all residents and first responders.”
—Adriane Rogers, Executive Director, Pasco County Mosquito Control District

 

Following the recent, back to back hurricanes Helene and Milton, and the emergence of additional locally acquired dengue virus, the PCMCD has been ramping up mosquito control efforts to protect our community from mosquito-borne disease. We want to ensure you remain vigilant and take the necessary precautions.

Our dedicated team is proactively conducting mosquito control operations— utilizing both helicopter and truck-mounted treatments to target mosquito larvae and reduce populations before they can reach adulthood.

The debris left from Hurricane Helene and the flooding from Hurricane Milton have created new breeding sites for mosquitoes. We’re working hard to mitigate these areas and reduce their impact.

We encourage everyone to do their part: dump and drain any standing water in your yard, wear long sleeve shirts, pants, shoes, & socks, and use insect repellent.

We understand the vital role that effective mosquito control plays in protecting our community’s health. Our team is fully committed to reducing mosquito populations and ensuring a safe environment for all residents and first responders.

 

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