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What you can do:
Personal Protection from mosquitoes
- Avoid prolonged outdoor exposure during dawn and dusk. These are the times when mosquitoes are the most active.
- Wear long sleeves and pants when outdoors to protect against mosquitoes bites.
- Protect yourself against mosquitoes by using an effective insect repellent, such as DEET, Picaridin or Oil of Lemon Eucalyptus. Follow labeled instructions.
- Doors, windows, and screens should be in good working condition to prevent mosquitoes from entering your home.
- Contact the District at (650) 344-8592 or Online Service Request for abatement services and info.
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Mosquito-proof your home
The best thing any resident can do to prevent mosquitoes is to eliminate standing water.
There are many common places around your own home that can hold standing water where mosquitoes can breed. Here are some tips on how to find and eliminate standing water.
Mosquito Sources |
What you can do to reduce mosquitoes |
Fish Ponds, Fountains, and Waterfalls |
- Stock with mosquitofish
- Remove excess vegetation
- Run fountains and waterfalls to keep water moving
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Swimming Pools and Hot Tubs |
- Keep water covered during non-usage periods
- Chlorinate
- Use filter regularly
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Wading/Kiddie Pools |
- Drain water when not in use
- If water must remain in pool, cover pool
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Containers |
- Empty water
- Turn over or dispose
- Cover
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Bird Baths |
- Change water at least once a week
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Standing water |
- Eliminate by draining
- Fill in impounds
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Water Troughs |
- Stock with fish
- Change water weekly
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Street Gutters or Catch Basin |
- Do not dispose of litter or debris in gutter or catch basins
- Do not over-water lawn
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Water Under Homes |
- Keep sump pumps and plumbing under the home in good repair
- Prevent water from collecting under your house
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Pet Watering Bowls |
- Change water twice a week
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Roof Gutters |
- Clean once a year to remove debris
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Tree Holes |
- Fill hole with sand or mortar
- Contact a tree surgeon
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Irrigated Lawns or Fields |
- Avoid over irrigation
- Drain standing water
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