Mosquito Control District to conduct Aerial Spray in response to large numbers of nuisance mosquitoes.

Edit from Initial Release:  Due to unforeseen circumstances, the aerial application has been rescheduled for either the evening of Saturday, Aug 10th or Sunday, Aug 11th.  The areas that will be treated have not changed. 

 

New Release

August 5, 2024

 

For Immediate Release:

Contact: Randy Gerard

West Umatilla Mosquito Control District

541-567-5201

 

Mosquito Control District to conduct Aerial Spray in response to large numbers of nuisance mosquitoes.

The West Umatilla Mosquito Control District will be conducting targeted aerial mosquito control spraying with a twin engine airplane after sunset on Wednesday, August 7th, weather permitting. The application will be done the following day if there is a delay because of weather. The application is taking place in response to a large hatch of mosquitoes in the Power City area along East Bensel Road in Hermiston.

A total of 5,000 acres are to be targeted in the spray block. The block is in the Power City area from Hwy 395 to Craig Road and from Highway 730 to Joy Lane. Ground trucks will be used within the city limits. For more information please contact the West Umatilla Mosquito Control District at 567-5201 or visit the website at www.wumcd.org