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NEW ORLEANS — The New Orleans Mosquito, Termite and Rodent Control Board (NOMTRCB) will conduct adult mosquito abatement tonight. Treatments will be conducted by truck from 8 p.m. to midnight, weather permitting, in the following locations:

West Nile virus (WNV) has been detected in mosquitoes throughout Orleans Parish in recent weeks. Mosquitoes become infected when they feed on infected birds, and after about a week, they can spread the virus to people and animals by biting them. While most human infections are asymptomatic, common symptoms can include headache, body aches, fever, joint pain, vomiting, diarrhea or rash. In rare cases, severe illness affecting the central nervous system can occur. People over 60 years old or those with certain medical conditions are at higher risk for severe illness.

NOMTRCB requests that residents inspect areas around the home and yard at least once per week and eliminate sources of water where mosquitoes can breed. Mosquito larvae can develop in a space as small as a bottle cap, so anything that holds water counts.

The Board also urges residents to reduce the risk of mosquito bites by limiting outdoor activities between dusk and dawn. Use EPA-registered and CDC-approved mosquito repellents when outdoors, especially at night when the mosquitoes that carry WNV are most active.

Reducing the risk of mosquito-borne virus transmission is a community effort. It is imperative that residents work together to reduce public health threats in peak mosquito season. Please review and follow the additional tips for home and personal protection.

Please report mosquito-related issues using one of the following methods:

For more pest management tips, abatement announcements and other general information, follow NOMTRCB on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @nolamosquito.

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