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HEALTH DEPARTMENT SPRAY FOR ADULT MOSQUITOES IN PARTS OF STATEN ISLAND AND QUEENS TO REDUCE RISK OF WEST NILE VIRUS
Trucks will spray pesticide in parts of Staten Island and Queens in the evening of Monday, August 5, 2024, and Wednesday, August 7, 2024
August 1, 2024 – To reduce mosquito activity and the risk of West Nile virus, the Health Department will conduct an adulticide treatment in Staten Island and Queens.
Trucks will spray pesticides in sections of Staten Island beginning on Monday, August 5, 2024, between the hours of 8:30 PM and 6:00 AM the following morning and in Queens on Wednesday, August 7, 2024 between the hours of 8:30 PM and 6:00 AM the following morning. In case of bad weather, application will be delayed until Tuesday, August 6, 2024, and Thursday, August 8, 2024, respectively, between the hours of 8:30 P.M. and 6:00 A.M. the following morning.
The Health Department will use very low concentrations of Anvil® 10+10, Duet® or MERUS® 3. The risks of pesticides applied by the Health Department for mosquito control are low to people and pets. Some people who are sensitive to spray ingredients may experience short-term eye or throat irritation, or a rash. People with respiratory conditions may also be affected.
To stay safe during spraying:
Reducing exposure to mosquitoes
HEALTH DEPARTMENT SPRAY FOR ADULT MOSQUITOES IN PARTS OF STATEN ISLAND AND QUEENS TO REDUCE RISK OF WEST NILE VIRUS
Trucks will spray pesticide in parts of Staten Island and Queens in the evening of Monday, August 5, 2024, and Wednesday, August 7, 2024
August 1, 2024 – To reduce mosquito activity and the risk of West Nile virus, the Health Department will conduct an adulticide treatment in Staten Island and Queens.
Trucks will spray pesticides in sections of Staten Island beginning on Monday, August 5, 2024, between the hours of 8:30 PM and 6:00 AM the following morning and in Queens on Wednesday, August 7, 2024 between the hours of 8:30 PM and 6:00 AM the following morning. In case of bad weather, application will be delayed until Tuesday, August 6, 2024, and Thursday, August 8, 2024, respectively, between the hours of 8:30 P.M. and 6:00 A.M. the following morning.
The Health Department will use very low concentrations of Anvil® 10+10, Duet® or MERUS® 3. The risks of pesticides applied by the Health Department for mosquito control are low to people and pets. Some people who are sensitive to spray ingredients may experience short-term eye or throat irritation, or a rash. People with respiratory conditions may also be affected.
To stay safe during spraying:
- Stay indoors, whenever possible.
- Air conditioners can remain on. While unnecessary, you may wish to close air conditioner vents, or choose the recirculate function.
- Wash skin and clothing exposed to pesticides with soap and water.
- Always wash fruits and vegetables with water.
Reducing exposure to mosquitoes
- Use an approved insect repellent containing DEET, picaridin, oil of lemon eucalyptus (not for children under 3), or products that contain the active ingredient IR3535.
- Make sure windows have screens. Repair or replace screens that have tears or holes.
- Eliminate any standing water from your property and dispose of containers that can collect water. Standing water is a violation of the New York City Health Code.
- Make sure roof gutters are clean and draining properly.
- Clean and chlorinate swimming pools, outdoor saunas and hot tubs. Keep them empty or covered if not in use. Drain water that collects in pool covers.
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