MOSQUITO CONTROL: What is the Right Solution? Cases of mosquito borne illness and heartworm caused by Salt Marsh Mosquitoes are on the rise, and people are naturally concerned about local vector control. It’s important to understand the options in mosquito and vector control in its variety of forms, from aerial spraying to customized private treatments for your property. What is Aerial Spraying? Aerial spraying is the use of airplanes to treat large areas with insecticides as safely, quickly and efficiently as possible. These products (which may vary by area) rapidly reduce both young and adult mosquito populations that can carry Zika virus, heartworm, and other mosquito borne illnesses. A typical aerial-spraying program involves loading a solution of the insecticide and mineral oil in tanks. Planes then fly 100 to-300 feet above the ground with nozzles that create droplets that can get past the crowns of trees to hit the mosquitoes and areas where they live. Benefits of Aerial Spraying • Aerial spraying does not pose a health risk to humans, pets or wildlife when done correctly. A small amount of insecticide is sprayed over an area, usually about 1 ounce per acre or about the size of a football field. • Products that are being used are EPA registered. The EPA registration tells you that the product has demonstrated that it should not cause adverse effects on your health or the environment when used correctly. • Aerial spraying is a method that can quickly reduce the number of mosquitoes in a large area. Challenges of Aerial Spraying • Weather. There has to be ideal weather conditions for the planes and the product to be applied accurately. • Mass, less targeted approach. Aerial spraying is a mass approach to mosquito elimination with no room for customization. • Risk to beneficial insects. There are ways that aerial spraying can be done to minimize the risk to beneficial insects. For example, spraying should be done during the time honeybees are inside their hives (dawn and dusk) to avoid adverse effects to the bee population. • Communication and timing. The general public has no control over when aerial spraying is done. Getting the word out can be difficult. Alternative Options to Aerial Spraying • Reduce standing water. This helps eliminate breeding areas for mosquitoes. • Cover yourself. Mosquitoes feed at dawn and dusk so cover up. • Professional mosquito control. Services like Mosquito Joe’s barrier spray treatments can keep your yard itch free, on your terms. These treatments are applied on a regular basis (every 21 days) and are tailored to your yard, offering ongoing protection for your outdoor space. For more information, check out MosquitoJoe.com. Outside is fun again. Mosquito Joe will keep your yard $25 OFF FIRST TREATMENT mosquito-free for up to 21 days. New customers only. Cannot be combined with • Barrier sprays 8/30/2017 • All natural treatment option • Added defense against Call: 239-309-0871 mosquito-borne illnesses • No written contracts Visit: Naples.MosquitoJoe.com • 100% satisfaction guaranteed facebook.com/mosquitojoeofnaples
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