Aerial Spraying Against Mosquitoes Starts Monday

July 23, 2018 | Steve Milne

Two nights of aerial spraying to reduce the number of mosquitoes testing positive for West Nile virus are scheduled to begin Monday in parts of Elk Grove, the Pocket Neighborhood and neighborhoods south of Fruitridge Road.

Environment

Mosquito And Vector Control Agencies Off To An Early Start This Season

March 9, 2017 | Rich Ibarra

The heavy rains are producing another problem beyond flooding. All the standing water has become a breeding ground for mosquitoes, which are already starting to multiply.

Environment

Drought Increases Severity Of West Nile Epidemics

February 7, 2017 | Amy Quinton

A UC Santa Cruz study finds transmission of West Nile virus is higher in drought years.