Lambton Public Health has teamed up with the St. Clair Region Conservation Authority to help control the mosquito population locally.
Catch basins will be used to help control the mosquito larvae.
While larvicide will be used to impede mosquito breeding and control adult mosquito populations.
The purpose of the partnership overall is to reduce the chances and spread of West Nile virus in Lambton County.
WLambton Public Health also encourages residents to:
• Remove stagnant water around your property
• Keep eaves clear of debris
• Drain water from containers or toys
• Use insect repellent containing DEET or Icaridin when outside during peak hours (dawn and dusk) or in locations where mosquitos are most active.
Positive findings will be reported and health system monitoring of human cases is ongoing.
Written by Rob Ross
