The Palm Beach County Division of Mosquito Control will be doing aerial spraying beginning at sundown Friday evening, July 3, weather permitting.
The planned coverage area of approximately 135,000 acres will target populated areas north of Lantana Road and west of State Road 7, including Wellington, Royal Palm Beach, Loxahatchee, The Acreage, Jupiter Farms and the Glades. The aircraft used is a Huey helicopter.
If the weather is not conducive Friday evening, spraying will be postponed until sometime next week to allow more of the mosquito larvae to hatch off.
Aerial spraying is necessary to control the mosquito population that has increased during recent rains. To further help control the insects, 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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