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Posted on: June 22, 2023

[ARCHIVED] Mosquito Control

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The remaining June dates for mosquito spraying have been rescheduled due to a change in the vendor’s schedule.

Please note that the original dates of June 20 and 27 have been changed to:

  • Thursday, June 22
  • Thursday, June 29

We apologize for any inconvenience this change may cause. In cases of rain on any scheduled day, sprayings will be completed the next night.

Please be aware that the spray is spread by air circulation and depending on the thickness of your block’s tree canopy and spacing between homes, the spray may not reach backyards.

Residents are encouraged to take the necessary precautions to protect themselves and their families. We recommend following guidelines provided by health authorities, such as using mosquito repellent, wearing protective clothing, and eliminating standing water around your property. For more information visit, westutx.gov/mosquito 

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The City is aware of a recently confirmed West Nile Virus sample collected by the Harris County Public Health Mosquito Vector Control Division in the 77005 area.

We will continue with our scheduled mosquito spraying efforts to mitigate the spread of the virus. Mosquito treatment sprayings will be completed Tuesday nights between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m. on the following dates:

  • June 20
  • June 27

It is crucial for everyone to take the necessary precautions to protect themselves and their families. We recommend following guidelines provided by health authorities, such as using mosquito repellent, wearing protective clothing, and eliminating standing water around your property. For more information visit, www.westutx.gov/mosquito 

In cases of rain on any scheduled day, sprayings will be completed the next night. Please be aware that the spray is spread by air circulation and depending on the thickness of your block’s tree canopy and spacing between homes, the spray may not reach backyards.

If you have any questions, please contact the Public Works Department at 713-662-5839 or pwinfo@westutx.gov.   

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6/7/2023: Mosquito treatment sprayings will be completed Tuesday nights between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m. on the following dates: 

  • June 6
  • June 13
  • June 20
  • June 27

In cases of rain on any scheduled day, sprayings will be completed the next night.

Please be aware that the spray is spread by air circulation and depending on the thickness of your block’s tree canopy and spacing between homes, the spray may not reach backyards.

Your continued assistance is requested in helping to minimize mosquito breeding areas in and around your home by doing the following:

  • Remove/empty containers that can hold water, such as, flower pots, buckets, toys, and plastic swimming pools.  
  • Outdoor bird baths and pet water bowls should be changed at least twice a week.  
  • Keep rain gutters clean and free of debris to prevent standing water.
  • Repair leaks in irrigation systems to prevent moist/damp areas in your yard.

If you have any questions, please contact the Public Works Department at 713-662-5839 or pwinfo@westutx.gov.   

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