Mosquito with St. Louis Encephalitis Detected

The Corpus Christi Animal Control and Vector Services received a confirmation of St. Louis Encephalitis virus in a mosquito located in the1000 Block of Bobalo Street. The sample was submitted July 19, 2016.

Vector Services has implemented the following Mosquito Management Response Plan:

1. The spraying of a 1/2 mile radius around the area of the detection for three consecutive nights beginning tonight.
2. Police Directed Patrol Officers and Neighborhood Services personnel will be attempting to locate any standing water in the affected neighborhood including examining abandoned properties.
3. Vector Services will conduct continuing surveillance of mosquito traps in the immediate area for signs of the Culex species of mosquito responsible for St. Louis encephalitis virus.

The need to spray a larger area is not necessary based on the entomology of the Culex species mosquito and the normal travel distance of this mosquito. Vector Control will be conducting the aerial spray in the evening at dusk, since that is the time the Culex is most active. Residents are reminded to check their property for standing water and if possible, avoid outdoor activities at dusk and dawn, wear long sleeve shirts and long pants. Use appropriate mosquito repellent with DEET for themselves and their children. Please call 361-826-2489 if you wish to report abandoned property or high grass or standing water.