The Palm Beach County Division of Mosquito Control will be doing aerial spraying beginning at sundown this evening, June 19, weather permitting. Crews were unable to spray for mosquitoes Thursday evening due to unstable and variable winds.
The planned coverage area of approximately 108,000 acres will target populated areas north of Lantana Road and west of State Road 7, including Wellington, Royal Palm Beach, Loxahatchee, The Acreage and Jupiter Farms. The aircraft used is a Huey helicopter.
Aerial spraying is necessary to control the mosquito population that has increased during the recent rains. To further help control mosquitoes, residents are asked to drain or minimize standing water on their properties.
If you are going be outdoors after dark, be sure to use an insect repellent containing DEET and wear long pants and a long-sleeve shirt.
The Aerial Spray Hotline is 561-642-8775.
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