Mosquito Control District to conduct Aerial Spray in response to large numbers of nuisance mosquitoes.
New Release
September 19, 2025
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 Monday, September 22nd, 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 Tabor 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
