Ramped Up Mosquito Spraying Schedule Being Implemented

Corpus Christi, TX — Recent rain events in the Coastal Bend are expected to cause an influx of mosquitoes around the city, as stagnant water and high grass produce breeding grounds for mosquitoes. 

Vector Control has ramped up its efforts to mitigate the mosquito population by scheduling 12 days of treatment and spraying across the entire city from the Island to Calallen. These efforts will begin on Saturday, September 7, and end on Friday, September 20.

Vector Control typically sprays at night when traffic conditions are minimal. Vector Control does not spray during inclement weather, elevated wind speeds, or in proximity to individuals who are outdoors.    

Below is the schedule from Saturday, September 7, to Friday, September 20. The route schedule is subject to change due to inclement weather conditions and elevated wind speeds: 

Vector Control program reminds the public to keep themselves safe and help by caring for their property by ensuring grass and shrubs are properly trimmed. Mosquitoes breed in stagnant water, so help reduce mosquito breeding grounds by draining any standing water, including water that collects in empty cans, tires, buckets, clogged rain gutters, and saucers under potted plants.

The Corpus Christi-Nueces County Public Health District recommends following the 5 Ds of Defense:

DEET – If you will be outside - use insect repellent containing DEET.

DRESS – Dress in long sleeves and pants when you’re outside.

DAWN, DAYTIME, and DUSK – Mosquitoes are most active at dawn, daytime, and dusk. Avoid being outside during these times of the day.

DRAIN – Curb mosquito breeding areas by draining standing water.

DOCTOR – Consult your physician if you feel sick after being bitten.

Please call 311 to report abandoned property, high grass, or standing water.

Media representatives can contact Public Information Officer Cassandra Hinojosa at 361-826-2944 or cassandrah3@cctexas.com.