MORNING HEADLINES | Charleston County officials will spray a pesticide from the air early Sunday to eradicate adult mosquitoes following confirmation of human cases of West Nile virus in the county.
The county is also increasing its truck-based spraying around catch basins and areas where elevated mosquito populations have been detected.
“While West Nile virus is naturally present in our region, the number and location of detections can vary from year to year,” Brian Hayes, Charleston County’s mosquito control manager, said in a press release. “Our mosquito surveillance program allows us to identify where disease is present and respond quickly with targeted treatment. We’re asking residents to do their part, too, by taking simple precautions to protect themselves and their families from mosquito bites.”
Spraying from the air to lower mosquito populations is scheduled from 6:15 a.m. Sunday to 8:15 a.m., according to the county. A backup date is set for the following Sunday at the same time. Spraying is done early to avoid impacts with bees and people.
The county said it uses a federally-approved product for aerial spraying named Trumpet EC. It has an active ingredient called Naled which is toxic to fish, aquatic invertebrates, wildlife and bees.
You can reduce risk from mosquito-borne illness by draining standing water around your home, avoiding outdoor activity at dawn and dusk when mosquitoes are most active; dressing appropriately (long sleeves and long pants when outdoors); using insect repellent; and keeping doors and windows closed.
- More information on mosquitoes can be found at the S.C. Department of Public Health and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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