Residents of Dublin's north zone, mark your calendars and prepare for a bit of a buzz-kill. According to a notice from Franklin County Public Health (FCPH), there will be some mosquito spraying action on Monday, Aug. 26. But it's not for naught. Those pesky insects tested positive for the West Nile Virus, and the county folks aren't just spraying willy-nilly; it's only when WNV or the mosquito population hits the roof that they roll up their sleeves.
The battleground lies between Brand and Glick Road. Check out the map they've posted for the nitty-gritty details. Spraying is set to kick off at 9 p.m., but that depends on whether the weather decides to cooperate, and anyone living in Dublin knows how that can go. It's part of a more extensive strategy, this Integrated Mosquito Control and Management Program, FCPH's way of saying 'not today' to diseases.
If you're a bit iffy about the spray or have special reasons to stay out of the mist, the county's got you covered. There's a "Do Not Spray" list, and you can sign up for FCPH’s mosquito management web page. It's a simple way to wave off the foggers. And while you're there, why not peruse some tips on getting on the mosquito hate train and help reduce their numbers? It takes a village, after all, to keep these bloodsuckers at bay.
