The ABC's of avoiding West Nile Virus
 

Avoid Mosquito Bites
 

Be informed
 

Clear Mosquitoes from Your Property
 

How do I Avoid mosquito bites?

    * Avoid going outdoors at dawn and dusk when mosquitoes are most active
    * Avoid exposing skin: wear long sleeved shirts and pants when outside
    * Avoid being a mosquito meal by using a DEET based insect repellent
    * Assure that windows and doors have well fitting screens and make sure there are no holes in the screens

How can I be informed?

    * Be aware of the information on how to protect yourself
    * Be looking for current reports on the status of West Nile Virus
   
          o Use the internet
          o Read the paper
          o Watch the local news

How can I help Clear the mosquitoes from my property?

    * Clear standing water sources and containers that can collect standing water such as:
   
          o Tires
          o Tin cans
          o Plastic containers
          o Ceramic Pots
    * Change pets water at least once a week
    * Clean the gutters
    * Caution: Your ornamental pool may be a mosquito breeding zone stock it with minnows or goldfish (they eat the mosquito larvae on the water surface) or treat the pools with bacteria registered as pesticides (Bti)

 
 

 
 

 
 

 

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