Areas in Dallas to be sprayed for West Nile Virus tonight and tomorrow
City of Dallas sent this bulletin at 09/15/2014 02:58 PM CDTFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
Sept. 15, 2014 Crystal Woods – Code Compliance
(214) 670-9573
Areas in Dallas to be sprayed for West Nile Virus tonight and tomorrow
Dallas – Mosquito pools were confirmed positive for West Nile Virus near the 6600 block of Norway Road in the 75230 zip code and the 18700 block of Platte River Way in the 75287 zip code.
Weather permitting; the areas delineated below are scheduled for mosquito control spraying on Monday Sept. 15 and Tuesday Sept. 16 between 9 p.m. and 5 a.m. each night.
Control Areas: The areas to be sprayed are within an area generally bounded by:
6600 block of Norway Road: Royal Lane on the north, Tulane Boulevard on the west, Airline Road on the east and Walnut Hill Lane on the south.
18700 block of Platte River Way: Rosemeade Parkway on the north, Kelly Boulevard on the west, Marsh Lane on the east and, Timberglen Drive 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 French drains, swimming pools that are not kept clean, stagnant ponds, pet watering dishes, birdbaths, potted plants, old tires, empty containers, toys and clogged rain gutters. 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.
