For Immediate Release
June 28, 2011
Mosquito Spraying Scheduled for Coffman High School Area Prior to Independence Day Celebration
Dublin, OH – In preparation for the City of Dublin's Independence Day Celebration at Coffman High School on July 4, the stadium field and the grounds surrounding the high school stadium on Coffman Rd. will be sprayed after dusk, Thursday, June 30.
The safety and comfort of residents and visitors attending the July 4th Independence Day festivities at Coffman High School is the City's first priority. According to Franklin County Public Health, in recent weeks the trap counts have been low and no positive tests for West Nile Virus have been found in weekly surveillance and testing of 39 gravid traps throughout Franklin County.
Information on Dublin's Independence Day activities can be found at http://dublin.oh.us. For information on mosquito spraying and bite protection/prevention please go to http://www.myfcph.org/mosq.php. Residents can also call (614) 525-BITE (2483) or the website to report problem areas in their community.
Tips to avoid mosquitoes during your 4th of July festivities.
Mosquitoes are attracted to anything they can get a blood meal from. By taking simple precautions, you can lower your chances of getting bit by mosquitoes and avoid mosquito-borne diseases.
Avoid being outdoors at dawn and dusk when mosquitoes are most active. If you plan to watch fireworks or enjoy the evening outside with family and friends, wear light colors, long sleeves, long pants, and socks. Mosquitoes can pierce tight clothing so be sure to wear loose-fitting clothing.
Repellants also play an important part in protecting yourself from mosquito-borne diseases. Products containing DEET and Picaridin typically provide longer-lasting protection than others, but products containing Oil of Lemon Eucalyptus (PMD) or UR3535 also provide a reasonable amount protection. Please follow label directions when applying mosquito repellants and see if it is appropriate to apply to children, as some may have concentrations not suitable for small children. When camping or spending time outdoors, consider Permethrin treated bed-nets, tents, or clothing.
Another suggestion is to avoid perfume, colognes, or other heavy scents that may attract mosquitoes.
Make sure door and window screens are tight fitting and free of holes to keep mosquitoes outside.
Lastly, take a look around your yard and empty any container that is holding standing water. Mosquitoes breed in that water and stay close to that area when they hatch and feed. It is a simple task that makes a huge difference in the mosquito population in your yard.
If you have questions, want to report a complaint, or need additional information about mosquitoes, call Franklin County Public Health's Mosquito Bite Line at (614) 525-BITE (2483) and leave a message; your call will be returned. You can also visit www.myfcph.org.
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For more information
Contact: Sue Burness, Public Affairs Officer | Desk: 614.410.4508 |
Cell:
614.226.5382
sburness@dublin.oh.us | Twitter: @sueburness