Everything you never wanted to know about mosquitoes

By On September 5, 2012 · Leave a Comment

Learn what Volusia County is doing to reduce mosquito populations.

Jim McNelly and Paul Minshew will discuss “Everything you never wanted to know about mosquitoes” from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. on these dates:

  • Thursday, Sept. 13, at the Ormond Beach Regional Library, 30 S. Beach St.
  • Monday, Sept. 17, at the New Smyrna Beach Regional Library, 1001 S. Dixie Freeway.

McNelly is Volusia County’s mosquito control director, and Minshew is environmental manager for the Volusia County Health Department.

Photo: Flickr by Roman Vanur

McNelly will explain the county’s integrated pest management plan, types of mosquitoes, how to request service, and what you can do to reduce the mosquito population around your home.

Minshew will provide a West Nile virus update, explain the symptoms of mosquito-borne illnesses, and offer tips to protect yourself from mosquito bites.

Reservations are not required. For more information, please call Volusia County Mosquito Control at 386-424-2920 in New Smyrna Beach or 386-239-6516 in Daytona Beach.

 
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