Mosquito Spraying continues in Shelby County | Environment

(WMC-TV) – All Shelby County ZIP codes have tested positive at some point during the year for West Nile Virus carried by mosquitoes.

Due to this, the Shelby County Health Department will continue their truck-mounted spraying of insecticide, weather permitting, in the following areas

Tuesday, October 2

7:00 p.m. – 10: 00 p.m.

ZIP Codes: 38002, 38016, 38028, 38133, 38134, 38135

Wednesday, October 3

7:00 p.m. – 10: 00 p.m.

ZIP Codes: 38002, 38128, 38133, 38134, 38135

Thursday, October 4

7:00 p.m. – 10: 00 p.m.

ZIP Codes: 38053, 38108, 38128, 38134, 38135

Monday, October 8

7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

ZIP Codes: 38127

The insecticide is EPA-approved, however, individuals with chronic health problems such as asthma or other lung conditions are advised to stay indoors during the times spraying will take place in their area.

Any resident who does not what their residences sprayed can contact the Health Department Vector Control Program at (901) 222-9715.

Here are some tips you can use to help keep mosquito populations in control around your home or business:

• Wear mosquito repellant which contains DEET
• Eliminate standing water, which is where mosquitoes can lay eggs.  Such objects that can retain water are old tires, flower pots and drip plates, buckets, tin cans, and children’s toys.
• Repair or install windows and door screens.
• Empty and refill pets’ water bowls every few days.
• Repair leaky outside faucets

According to the Health Department, West Nile Virus is expected to be active in Shelby County for a longer period this year.  The Health Department urges residents to use repellents at all times when outdoors.

For more information or tips on how to control mosquito populations, click here.

Information provided by shelbycountytn.gov

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