07-16-2008
Now is the time of year when we begin to see WNV start its
increase in the mosquito population. To date, we have tested
556 pools of mosquitoes with 4 pools being positive for WNV.
Still very low, but beginning to grow. It is important to
eliminate any mosquito development on your property by
removing any places that water can sit for at least 5 days.
It is also important to protect yourself when outdoors,
especially at dusk. The nuisance mosquito numbers have been
dropping as they have reached their life-span.

06-25-2008
The large influx of nuisance mosquitoes expected from all the
recent rains has finally hit with a vengeance. While in the
past we have seen worse, it is definitely bad right now. Now
would be a good time to make sure your window screens are in
good condition. Check around window air-conditioners, clothes
dryer exhausts, and other openings and seal where necessary.

Fortunately, the mosquitoes that can transmit disease are not
in abundance and the ones that are here, have tested negative
for the presence of WNV. Currently we have tested 235 pools of
mosquitoes, most with 50 mosquitoes per pool. All have tested
negative for WNV. We are approaching the time when WNV will
begin to build up in the mosquito and bird populations. It is
important to check for areas of standing water on your property
and remove them. Check gutters for proper operation, change
bird baths at least once per week, remove or over-turn pails,
wheelbarrows, and other containers.

06-09-2008
Lots of rain and very warm temperatures have resulted in signifi-
cant nuisance mosquito development. We continue to inspect and
treat all the standing water sites within the district. However,
because the various nuisance species of mosquitoes can fly long
distances, we do expect an increase in mosquito annoyance. Test-
ing for presence of WNV in adult mosquitoes continues. As of now,
we have tested 71 pools of mosquitoes with none being positive
for WNV.

04-22-2008
Warm weather has finally come to the area. Unfortunately, this
also means the start of the mosquito season. With higher tempera-
tures and lots of standing water still around, the mosquito eggs
are hatching and the larvae are moving through their developmental
stages. We may see some adult mosquitoes very soon! At this time,
there is very little risk for West Nile Virus(WNV) transmission.
The floodwater mosquito, Aedes vexans, is the predominant mosquito
in the water right now. While not significant for WNV they can be
very annoying. Our crews have been out treating the areas of stand-
ing water to kill the mosquito larvae before they become adult
mosquitoes. But there's lots of water out there!