What is being done about mosquito control?
Snohomish Health District has no specific authority to control mosquitoes. We do encourage all landowners to evaluate their mosquito situation. If there is a history of mosquito problems in certain areas, landowners in those areas should take steps to control mosquito larvae. BEFORE applying pesticides to water on your property, you need a permit. That permit requires a person who is licensed by the state to follow strict pesticide label requirements. Contact WADOH for their guidance and permit process. It is likely that there will be no mosquito control in many areas of the County this summer. The Snohomish Health District continues to advise residents to take precautions to guard against mosquito bites, including: • If outside during evening, nighttime, and dawn hours when mosquitoes are most active and likely to bite, children and adults should wear protective clothing such as long pants, long-sleeved shirts, and socks. • Consider the use of an insect repellant containing 10% or les
