BROWARD COUNTY, FL - The Mosquito Control Section will
continue with mosquito abatement efforts by spraying larvicide in areas of Dania Beach and Hollywood on Saturday, April 29 (see attached map). Truck-mounted sprayers will apply larvicide, weather
permitting, between 11PM and 6AM to
reduce the mosquito larvae population such as that of Aedes aegypti, a known
disease-carrying mosquito and aggressive biter.
The larvicide being used is VectoBac WDG. This product
is not harmful to humans, pets, bees, aquatic habitats or environmentally
sensitive areas. The active ingredient is Bacillus thuringiensis
israelensis (Bti, strain AM6552), a
naturally occurring, biodegradable bacterial mosquito larvicide. It is
certified by the Organic Materials Review Institute (OMRI) and is registered
for use by the US Environmental Protection Agency. In addition, VectoBac WDG
has been reviewed by the World Health Organization and is listed as a
recommended formulation for control of mosquito larvae.
Residents and business
owners are encouraged to reduce potential mosquito breeding habitats by
regularly surveying their property to remove any standing water such as that
found in buckets, tires, planters, birdbaths and fountains. By reducing the number
of mosquito breeding habitats, residents will reduce the number of adult
mosquitoes that could transmit diseases.
Residents experiencing
mosquito problems can request service by calling 311 or by completing the
online Mosquito Service
Request Form.
About Highway and Bridge Maintenance Division
The
Highway and Bridge Maintenance Division is
responsible for the maintenance and construction of County road and highway
projects, curbs and gutters, guardrails, rights-of-ways, sidewalks, storm water
systems, streets, swales and trees, and mosquito
control. Staff resources are available for 24-hour emergency services.
Call 954-357-6040 for more information.
April 28, 2023
MEDIA CONTACT: Anh Ton, P.E., Director
Highway and Bridge Maintenance Division
954-357-6040
aton@broward.org