The Mosquito Spraying Has Begun In Worcester

WORCESTER, MA—The city partnered with the Central Massachusetts Mosquito Control Project (CMMCP) to offer mosquito control services and programs throughout Worcester this summer. The goal is to reduce mosquito exposure to the public and the potential for disease transmission by mosquitoes.

“With insect-borne illness on the rise across the country, growing mosquito populations is not only a public nuisance but a public health concern,” said City Manager Edward M. Augustus Jr. in a statement. “With the support of Mayor Petty and the City Council, we are taking a proactive approach to education and prevention.”

Together with the City of Worcester’s Division of Public Health (WDPH) and the Department of Inspectional Services, CMMCP provides education about mosquito biology and personal protection, mosquito surveillance, ditch maintenance, research, tire recycling, beaver control, water mitigation and mosquito spraying. CMMCP staff will evaluate locations for trapping and testing in addition to working with the Department of Public Works & Parks on mitigating mosquito breeding areas in catch basins.

“The first line of defense is education,” said Karyn Clark, director of WDPH, in a statement. “We look forward to working with the Central Massachusetts Mosquito Control Project to better inform the public on methods of personal protection and proven strategies to reduce mosquito and tick populations in and around their property.”

Beginning June 4, CMMCP kicks off the spray schedule, which is available right here for your perusal.

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