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Keep Mosquitoes at Bay With These Tips for Avoiding West Nile Virus
West Nile virus has claimed its first victim in Los Angeles County this year.
With Los Angeles County's first reported West Nile death last week, here are tips from health officials for avoiding West Nile virus. To avoid the disease, residents should:
- Avoid outdoor activities around dusk and dawn when mosquitoes are most active.
- Wear long-sleeve shirts and pants when outdoors.
- Apply insect repellents containing active ingredients such as DEET, Picaridin or oil of lemon eucalyptus.
- Keep tight-fitting screens on doors and windows to keep mosquitoes out.
- Eliminate all sources of standing water around their homes and properly maintain ornamental ponds, pools and spas.
The CDC recommends using an EPA-certified mosquito repellant if you’re going to be outdoors, and lists some additional prevention tips on their website.
Reporting Mosquitoes in Marina Del Rey
Residents in Marina Del Rey can report mosquito populations or dead birds to the West Vector Control District by:
- Calling 1-310-915-7370 to report mosquito populations
- Calling 1-877-WNV BIRD (877-968-2473) to report dead birds or squirrels.
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