Don’t let mosquitoes destroy your
summer plans. Taking measures to eliminate or reduce them will
allow you to enjoy the great outdoors while also help to prevent
West Nile Virus.
Report any dead birds you
find to the city health department. Go
West Nile Reports
Scout your yard, roof, gutters,
patio, porches, and decks for standing water and eliminate it!
Forgotten pots and containers are notorious breeding grounds.
In my neighborhood, pine needles are a favorite nesting place.
Plant citronella-scented
geraniums in moveable pots and station them around as needed.
They grow to 3 feet. They do well planted in the ground too,
for a more permanent repellent.
Use a spray that contains DEET or
lemon eucalyptus oil. Wear long-sleeves when in an area of
heavy concentration.
A friend
recently recommended using Listerine sprayed around your
activity areas--I will be trying this soon.
To find out when your
neighborhood will be sprayed, call or email your city’s Mosquito
Hotline. At spraying time, stay indoors to avoid coming into
contact with the strong pesticide.
Virginia Beach:
hotline: 385-1590, Public Works (request spraying): 385-1470.
Request an annual free spraying of your
yard!
Chesapeake:
Hotline—382-3456
Norfolk:Hotline—683-2914
Portsmouth:
393-8666
Suffolk:
Hotline—923-2011 or
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