Mosquito Control District to conduct Aerial Spray in response to large numbers of nuisance mosquitoes.
New Release
September 22, 2026
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, September 23rd, weather permitting. 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 10,000 acres are to be targeted in the spray block. The block is in the Power City area from Lind Road to the Hat Rock Area and from Highway 730 to Joy Lane. McNary is included in the spray area. For more information, please contact the West Umatilla Mosquito Control District at 567-5201.
