The Mosquito Scoop
Public Notice for the Douglas County Area
UPDATE
Our trapping of the areas that had the positive West Nile Virus mosquitos has been completed and we have received results back. All were negative. We will continue to trap and test mosquitoes until the Fall and the cold weather hits!​​​​​​​
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As we head into the holiday weekend we want to stress that using your repellents is important now, more than ever. 🦟Skeeters🦟 are causing havoc across the country. We test ours weekly for West Nile Virus, St. Louis Encephalitis, Western Equine Encephalitis and have had no new positives. Mosquito borne diseases are no joke. Personal foggers, repellents and barrier sprays can be purchased at Home Depot, Lowe's, Ace Hardware, etc for extra protection. Use whatever works for you. Contact us with any questions.
Fogging Schedule
See Fogging Notices/Maps/SDS Sheets from menu above for more information.
There are several factors that go into creating a fogging event:
* Emails we get thru this website under "Contacts", and phone calls,
* Trapping thresholds/numbers of mosquitoes per trap,
* Weather/Temperature,
* Availability of equipment and
* Availability of technicians.
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We keep a log of all emails and phone calls. We have logs of all areas treated.
Most importantly, when communicating with us, remember to leave your name, and address so we know where the mosquitoes are.
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How to Barrier Spray
1. Mow your grasses.
2. Follow the directions on the bottle and apply early in the morning or after the heat breaks in the evening.
3. Do not water for 48 hours.
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Barrier sprays can be used on decks, trees, shrubs, and any other vegetation.
