Are You Growing Mosquitoes in Your Backyard?
From
Douglass Township
Sent
Thu, Jul 17 @ 9:09am
Description
The Berks County Conservation District has notified Douglass Township that a mosquito sample collected in our area has tested positive for West Nile Virus. While the risk of transmission remains LOW, the County's mosquito control team is increasing surveillance efforts in our community as a precaution.
Even small amounts of standing water can breed mosquitoes in just a few days. Reducing these breeding spots around your home is one of the best ways to protect yourself and your family.
How You Can Help:
- Eliminate standing water on your property
(Birdbaths, buckets, toys, tarps, gutters. Anything holding water for more than 4 days)
- Stay indoors during peak mosquito hours (dusk to dawn)
- Wear long sleeves, pants, and closed-toe shoes when outside
- Use insect repellent with at least 30% DEET
Together, we can help reduce mosquito populations and limit the spread of West Nile Virus. Thank you for doing your part to keep our community safe.
Educational materials and prevention tips are available below.
This notification was posted by Douglass Township. Douglass Township is solely responsible for this notification and unless specifically indicated, no other community or individual utilizing Savvy Citizen is sponsoring, responsible for, or endorsing this notification.
