Thursday, April 18, 2024

Dallas announcing spraying schedule for West Nile Virus prevention

mos_wnvWeather permitting; the area(s) delineated below are scheduled for mosquito control spraying between 9 p.m. and 5 a.m. Tuesday, July 1 and Wednesday, July 2.      

Location Zip Code Spraying Area
10100 block Cromwell 75229 Generally bounded by Merrell Road on the north, Webb Chapel Road on the west, Marsh Lane on the east and Walnut Hill Lane on the south
2900 block of Sundial 75229 Generally bounded by Northaven Road on the north, Indian Trail on the west, Caraway Drive on the east and Dothan Lane on the south
11400 block of Park Central 75230 Generally bounded by Malabar Lane on the north, Hill Haven Drive on the west, Coit Road on the east and Northaven Road on the south
6100 block of Royal Crest 75230 Generally bounded by Meadow Crest Drive on the north, Preston Road on the west, Ricks Circle on the east and Azalea Lane on the south
6900 block of Church Hill Way 75230 Generally bounded by Helsem Way on the north, Archdale Drive on the west, Breckenridge Drive on the east and Forest Glen Drive on the south
7000 block Valley View 75240 Generally bounded by Kendallwood Drive on the north, Hillcrest Road on the west, Thistle Lane on the east and I-635 (LBJ Freeway) on the south

While the insecticide is approved by the Environmental Protection Agency for treatment, residents in the above areas should avoid contact with the spray by staying indoors.  Persons 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 and the spray is no longer visible. Persons out during the scheduled spraying time should be alert for trucks and should not follow them. Residents who come in 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 evening and nighttime hours. Residents who are outside during these times should cover their arms and legs and use a mosquito repellant.

 

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.  Standing water should be eliminated promptly, as mosquitoes can grow from egg to adult in as little as seven days.

To report standing water or mosquito problems Dallas residents should call 3-1-1. For additional information on Mosquito Control visit www.dallascityhall.com.

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