Recent samples of West Nile Virus and Eastern Equine Encephalitis have been detected and as a result, the Burlington County Mosquito Division will treat to control adult mosquitoes in areas of four towns tomorrow, Thursday, Aug. 9, weather permitting.
Areas to be treated include Maple Shade near the intersection of Mecray and Laurelton, Evesham near the intersection of Radnor and Boswell, Edgewater near intersection Woodlane Crossing and Route 130 and Washington near Mile Marker 16 Route 542.
Treatment is expected to take place between 7:30 p.m. and 11 p.m. Residents are advised to stay indoors during this period.
The positive samples bring to a total of 17 West Nile mosquito samples and one Eastern Equine Encephalitis mosquito sample this season, officials said. The first West Nile was identified in late May in Pemberton Township.
The Mosquito Division routinely places traps throughout the county during the warm weather season, to identify the presence of mosquitoes carrying West Nile Virus, Eastern Equine Encephalitis, and St. Louis Encephalitis.
Residents are once again reminded to take precautions against mosquito bites by using repellent, wearing long sleeves and long pants, and by trying to limit outdoor activity when mosquitoes are most active, during dawn and dusk.
Residents should also clean or remove any items on their personal property that can collect rain or sprinkler water and serve as a breeding ground for mosquitoes, such as clogged gutters, flowerpots, bottle caps or old car tires. They should also completely change water in birdbaths at least once a week and should repair window and door screens.
