NEWARK, OH (WCMH) — Starting today, the Licking County Health Department will begin spraying parts of the county to prevent mosquitoes.
The spraying is scheduled May 24 through May 27 at the following areas:
- May 24, in the vicinity of Tamarack Road, Newark
- May 25, in the city of Pataskala
- May 26, Buckeye Lake KOA campground, Buckeye Lake
- May 26, in the Village of Kirkersville
The Licking County Health Department also recommended following these tips to help avoid mosquito bites:
- Make sure that doors and windows have tight-fitting screens.
- Repair or replace all torn screens in your home.
- Remove all discarded tires from your property.
- Dispose of tin cans, plastic containers, ceramic pots, or similar water-holding containers.
- Make sure roof gutters drain properly. Clean clogged gutters in the spring and fall.
- Clean and chlorinate swimming pools, outdoor saunas and hot tubs. If not in use, keep empty and covered.
- Drain water from pool covers.
- Change the water in bird baths at least once a week.
- Turn over plastic wading pools, and wheelbarrows, etc. when not in use.
- Clean ditches of obstructions so they drain properly.
- Eliminate any standing water that collects on your property.
- Check trees for cavities that hold water and fill them with soil, gravel, or sand.
- Remind or help neighbors to eliminate breeding sites on their properties.
- Use insect repellent and follow the label directions.
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