A mosquito pool was confirmed positive for West Nile Virus near the 7100 block of Valley View Lane in the 75240 zip code. Weather permitting; the area delineated below is scheduled for mosquito control spraying between 9 p.m. and 5 a.m. Thursday July 17 and Friday July 18.
The area to be sprayed is generally bounded by Elmridge Drive on the north, Ridgeview Circle on the west, Flagstone Lane on the east and Helsem Way on the south.
Mosquito control spraying will not occur during rain or if the wind speed is 10 miles-per-hour or greater. If these conditions exist, spraying will be delayed until the next available night.
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.
