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The mosquito war in New York City continued on Tuesday night in Brooklyn and Staten Island, and parts of these two boroughs were sprayed with pesticides overnight.
This work is part of the Municipal Health Bureau’s annual plan, which aims to eliminate mosquitoes carrying West Nile Virus, a potentially fatal disease that has been present in pests in five administrative districts since 1999.
The overnight spraying is scheduled to take place at 8:30 pm on August 25 (Tuesday) and will continue until 6 am the next morning. In case of bad weather, the water spray will be postponed to August 26 (Wednesday) on the same day until the next morning.
The trucks will be sprayed with DeltaGard and/or Anvil 10 + 10, which are described by the Ministry of Health as “very low concentration” pesticides. Both pose a low threat to people or pets, but people with respiratory diseases or those who are sensitive to spray ingredients may suffer short-term eye or throat irritation or rash if exposed.
During the spraying process, residents in the spraying area should close the windows indoors; air conditioning can be used, but the vents should be closed. Any items left outside during the spraying process should be thoroughly washed with soap and water before use.
The city’s health department requires all residents to do their best to combat the spread of mosquitoes. Remove all accumulated water on the property, such as puddles, and cover the swimming pool or outdoor hot spring when not in use. Keep the roof drains clean for drainage.
When you are outdoors, use insect repellents containing DEET, Picardine, IR3535 or lemon eucalyptus essential oil to protect yourself from mosquito bites (children under three years old should not use it). In addition, please replace or repair broken window glass to prevent small animals from entering your home.
The city’s health department requires all residents to do their best to combat the spread of mosquitoes. Remove all accumulated water on the property, such as puddles, and cover the swimming pool or outdoor hot spring when not in use. Keep the roof drains clean for drainage.
When you are outdoors, use insect repellents containing DEET, Picardine, IR3535 or lemon eucalyptus essential oil to protect yourself from mosquito bites (children under three years old should not use it). In addition, please replace or repair broken window glass to prevent small animals from entering your home.