Dallas Will Spray The City Again To Combat West Nile Mosquitos

DALLAS, TX – Another mosquito sample in the city has tested positive for the West Nile Virus.

In order to eradicate the infestation (and weather permitting), the area described below is scheduled for mosquito control spraying tomorrow, July 14th and Thursday, July 15th between 9:00 pm and 5:00 am each night.

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Where

Control Area: The area to be sprayed is within an area generally bounded by: 2900 block of Sundial 75229: North Bend Drive on the north, Grissom Lane on the west, Webb Chapel Road on the east, and Flowerdale Lane on the south.
Control Area: The area to be sprayed is within an area generally bounded by: 7100 block of Joyce Way 75225: Stonetrail Drive on the north, Thackery Street on the west, Glen Albens Circle on the east, and Park Lane on the south.
Control Area: The area to be sprayed is within an area generally bounded by: 12000 block of Snow White Drive 75244: High Summit Drive on the north, Cox Lane on the west, Crestline Avenue on the east, and Courtshire Drive on the south.
Control Area: The area to be sprayed is within an area generally bounded by: 12500 block of Planters Glen Drive 75244: LBJ Freeway on the north, Welch Road on the west, Nuestra Drive on the east, and Placid Way on the south.

While the Environmental Protection Agency approves the insecticide for treatment, residents in the above areas should avoid contact with the spray by staying indoors.

Those who find themselves inside a vehicle while trucks are actively spraying should remain in their vehicles with the windows up and the air conditioner on until the trucks pass through and the spray is no longer visible.

People who are out during the scheduled spraying time should be alert for trucks and should not follow them. Residents who come into contact with the spray are advised to wash the affected area thoroughly with soap and water. The spray breaks down quickly in the presence of sunlight and has no residual effect.

Protection Against Mosquito Bites

Dallas residents are urged to take precautions against mosquito bites by reducing outdoor activity during the evening and nighttime hours. Residents who are outside during these times should cover their arms and legs and use a mosquito repellent.

Prevent Mosquito Breeding

Residents should eliminate standing water to prevent mosquito breeding and the spread of West Nile Virus. Breeding places for mosquitoes include swimming pools that are not kept clean, stagnant ponds, pet watering dishes, birdbaths, potted plants, old tires, empty containers, toys and clogged rain gutters and French drains. Eliminate standing water promptly, as mosquitoes can grow from egg to adult in as little as seven days. Dallas residents may receive free mosquito dunks at Code Compliance Services District Offices while supplies last.

Code District Offices:
3112 Canton Street (Code Administration)
7901 Goforth Road (North Central, North East)
2721 Municipal St. (South East)
320 East Jefferson Blvd. (Central/South Central)
4230 W. Illinois Ave (South West)
9803 Harry Hines Blvd. (North West)

To report standing water or mosquito problems Dallas residents should call 3-1-1. To be added to the City of Dallas Do Not Spray list contact 3-1-1. For additional information on mosquito control, visit www.dallascitynews.net/fightthebite.

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