Have you sprayed pesticides to combat mosquitoes on your property this year?

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer visited the North Country earlier this month to discuss combatting Eastern Equine Encephalitis and West Nile in St. Lawrence County. To date, five horses have been infected with EEE, while another horse has been identified to have tested positive for West Nile. Schumer said while there is no commercially available vaccine for EEEV or WNV, the best protection is to prevent mosquito bites. Public Health officials suggest using products with Deet in them, wear long sleeve shirts and pants when possible, and to avoid being out during the early evening hours, as mosquitos are most likely to be active during those hours.

Have you sprayed pesticides to combat mosquitoes on your property this year?