Delta Mosquito and Vector Control District

: West Nile virus is the leading cause of mosquito-borne disease in the continental U.S.
Make sure you

One mosquito bite can cause West Nile virus which can lead to meningitis and even death. Apply insect repellent after putting on sunscreen to keep you and your loved ones safe.

It’s National Mosquito Control Awareness Week! According to ,
people in every U.S. state experience mosquito-transmitted diseases.
Together, we need to

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: Mosquitoes go through four life stages? A majority of their life stages occur in water!

Make sure to eliminate all standing water, so mosquitoes don’t have a biting chance.

Insect keeps mosquitoes away by blocking their ability to find and bite you.
Make sure you use an EPA-registered insect repellent and apply it after putting on sunscreen.

Invasive Aedes mosquitoes are spreading throughout CA and are incredibly difficult to control, don’t forget to TIP out stagnant water and TOSS unused containers to prevent mosquito breeding.

Common Mosquito Sources:
*Flowerpot saucers
*Kiddie Pools
*Rooted plants in water
*Containers/Buckets
*Pet Water Bowls

It’s CA Mosquito Awareness Week! Don’t forget to protect yourself and your family from mosquito bites as you head outdoors.

Delta MVCD is looking for a seasonal Vector Control Technicians!

As a Vector Control Technician, you will inspect various types of potential mosquito breeding locations throughout Northern Tulare County. Find application on our website. Link in bio.

Delta MVCD is looking for a seasonal Vector Lab Technicians!

This position helps the District with mosquito surveillance throughout northern Tulare County. Apply today on our website. Link in bio.

Due to high abundance of mosquitoes, & WNV presence in mosquito samples, Delta Mosquito & Vector Control District will continue treating adult mosquitoes by truck mounted ultra-low volume (ULV) application in Dinuba between the hours of 2am and 5am on Monday, July 24.

Due to high abundance of mosquitoes, & WNV presence in mosquito samples, Delta Mosquito & Vector Control District will continue treating adult mosquitoes by truck mounted ultra-low volume (ULV) application in East Visalia between the hours of 2am and 5am on Monday, July 24.

The West Nile virus cycles between mosquitoes & birds. Mosquitoes can become infected by biting infected birds, then can infect other birds. Mosquitoes with West Nile virus also bite and infect humans, horses and other mammals. Humans and horses are dead-end hosts and cannot pass the virus on to other biting mosquitoes.

Due to high abundance of mosquitoes, & WNV presence in mosquito samples, Delta Mosquito & Vector Control District will continue treating adult mosquitoes by truck mounted ultra-low volume (ULV) application in East & NW Visalia between the hours of 2am and 5am on Thur. July 20.

Due to high abundance of mosquitoes, & WNV presence in mosquito samples, Delta Mosquito & Vector Control District will continue treating adult mosquitoes by truck mounted ultra-low volume (ULV) application in East Visalia between the hours of 2am and 5am on Wednesday, July 13.

Due to high abundance of mosquitoes, & WNV presence in mosquito samples, Delta Mosquito & Vector Control District will continue treating adult mosquitoes by truck mounted ultra-low volume (ULV) application in East Visalia between the hours of 2am and 5am on Tuesday, July 11, '23.

Due to high abundance of mosquitoes, & WNV presence in mosquito samples, Delta Mosquito & Vector Control District will continue treating adult mosquitoes by truck mounted ultra-low volume (ULV) application in Visalia between the hours of 2am and 5am on Monday, July 10, '23.

Due to high abundance of mosquitoes, & WNV presence in mosquito samples, Delta Mosquito & Vector Control District will continue treating adult mosquitoes by truck mounted ultra-low volume (ULV) application in Visalia between the hours of 2am and 5am on Friday, July 07, '23.

Birds can get sick and die from spread by mosquitoes. If you find a dead bird near your home, report it online at https://zurl.co/kBey or call 1-877-WNV-BIRD. All dead bird reports are useful, even if the bird can’t be collected for testing.

Due to high abundance of mosquitoes, & WNV presence in mosquito samples, Delta Mosquito & Vector Control District will continue treating adult mosquitoes by truck mounted ultra-low volume (ULV) application in Visalia between the hours of 2am and 5am on Thursday, July 06, '23.

One mosquito bite can cause West Nile virus, which can lead to meningitis and even death.
Apply insect repellent containing one of these 4 ingredients with at least 15% of:
→ DEET
→ Picaridin
→ IR3535
→ Oil of Lemon Eucalyptus

Due to high abundance of mosquitoes, & WNV presence in mosquito samples, Delta Mosquito & Vector Control District will continue treating adult mosquitoes by truck mounted ultra-low volume (ULV) application in Visalia between the hours of 2am and 5am on Wednesday, July 05, '23.

West Nile virus cycles between mosquitoes & birds. Mosquitoes can become infected by biting infected birds, then can infect other birds. Mosquitoes with West Nile virus also bite and infect humans, horses and other mammals. Humans and horses are dead-end hosts and cannot pass the virus on to other biting mosquitoes.

Due to high abundance of mosquitoes, & WNV presence in mosquito samples, Delta Mosquito & Vector Control District will continue treating adult mosquitoes by truck mounted ultra-low volume (ULV) application in south Visalia between the hours of 2am and 5am on Friday, June 30, '23.

Due to high abundance of mosquitoes, & WNV presence in mosquito samples, Delta Mosquito & Vector Control District will continue treating adult mosquitoes by truck mounted ultra-low volume (ULV) application in Ivanhoe between the hours of 2am and 5am on Monday, June 26, '23.

: Mosquitoes go through four life stages? A majority of their life stages occur in water!

Due to high abundance of mosquitoes, & WNV presence in mosquito samples, Delta Mosquito & Vector Control District will continue treating adult mosquitoes by truck mounted ultra-low volume (ULV) application in Visalia between the hours of 2am and 5am on Friday, June 23, '23.

If it’s too hot to wear long sleeves and pants, be sure to apply insect repellent containing EPA-registered active ingredients!

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