Franklin County to perform 2010 mosquito program
The City of Dublin has contracted with Franklin County to perform mosquito abatement for the third year.
Franklin County’s services include larvaciding to kill immature insects before they develop into biting adults. The county also performs trapping and testing of adult mosquitoes, takes customer calls, performs spraying if necessary and provides information to the City about its activities. Spraying is only used as a last resort. This method eliminates only adult flying mosquitoes and is not as proactive as other methods.
Our primary focus is on prevention, education and surveillance,” said Ron Burns, Director of Streets and Utilities.
Residents who have questions, want to report a complaint or need additional information about mosquitoes should call the Franklin County Board of Health’s Mosquito Bite Line at (614) 462-BITE and leave a message; your call will be returned. Residents also can also visit www.franklincountyohio.gov/health to ask a question or submit a complaint.
“We believe the best thing residents can do to prevent mosquitoes is to eliminate breeding sites on their properties.”
While Franklin County’s tactics are effective, the best weapon against the spread of mosquitoes is knowledge. Residents can prevent mosquitoes on their own properties by eliminating breeding sites:
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Empty, remove, cover or turn over any container that has the potential to hold water.
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Repair leaky pipes and outside faucets.
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Make sure gutters and downspouts are free of blockage and are properly draining.
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Change the water in wading pools weekly and store indoors when not in use.
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Properly dispose of old tires.
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Empty planters that hold water twice each week.
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Empty bird baths twice weekly.
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Empty your pets watering dishes daily.
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Use sand to plug holes in trees where water can collect.
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Drain or fill low areas on your property that hold water for more than three days.
- Remind or help neighbors to eliminate breeding sites on their property.