Increased Mosquito Activity in Escambia County Due to Recent Rain

The Escambia County Mosquito Control has announced the Division’s surveillance monitoring indicates flood waters may produce increased mosquito breeding microhabitats due to the recent heavy rainfall.

Stagnant water can serve as a danger to people and animals.  It is important to be protected as people are cautioned to avoid mosquitoes at this time and throughout the warm months of the year. Animals, such as dogs, cats and horses may be bitten by mosquitoes as well, though these animals may be protected by using vaccines and other methods as prescribed. Consult your veterinarian for methods to protect animals from mosquito-borne diseases.

Mosquitoes are active in the pre-dawn and pre-dusk hours.  If being outdoors is necessary at those times, cover exposed bare skin with appropriate clothing and use repellents as directed on the product’s label.

For more information about mosquitoes and other biohazards, visit BeReadyEscambia.com and follow @BeReadyEscambia and @MyEscambia on Twitter.