Public Notice: Unscheduled Mosquito Control Spraying in Prince George’s County

Spraying Scheduled for Wednesday Evening

ANNAPOLIS, MD – The Maryland Department of Agriculture, in cooperation with the Prince George’s County Health Department will expand mosquito control services in multiple areas tonight due to a public health concern over the potential for mosquito-borne diseases.

Ultra-Low Volume (ULV) truck-based spraying to control adult mosquitoes is scheduled for this evening in the following neighborhoods: Beaver Heights, Chapel Oaks, Cedar Heights, Cheverly, and Englewood. The area also includes Cabin Branch Industrial Center and Maryland 50 Industrial Park.

Spraying will occur after 7:30 p.m., weather permitting. In the event of inclement weather, the department will re-schedule for the next available day. Any existing spray exemptions in the area will be temporarily suspended. People should avoid outdoor activities on spray nights.

While not all mosquitoes carry diseases, the Maryland Department of Agriculture suggests that residents take precautions to minimize their exposure to mosquito bites. These measures include:

• Wear long, loose fitting, light colored clothing
• Wear insect repellents according to product labels
• Avoid mosquito infested areas during prime periods of activity (between dusk and dawn)
• Install, inspect, and repair window and door screens in homes and stables
• Regularly clean bird baths and bowls for pet food and water
• Remove or empty all water-holding containers

All Marylanders are encouraged to follow the Department’s Twitter feed @MdAgMosquito that will post unscheduled spray events and other timely information about mosquito control in Maryland.

For more information, call the Department of Agriculture’s Mosquito Control Program at 410-841-5870.

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