A mosquito sample taken in The Moraine neighborhood on August 19 tested positive for the West Nile Virus. As a result, ground-based spraying for mosquitoes will occur in the area shown on the map below on Friday, August 22 and Sunday, August 24 after 9 p.m., weather permitting. The City will continue to test for […]
As the temperatures soar, Heath DPS reminds us that even great parents can forget a child in the back seat. And caregivers who aren’t used to driving kids are especially likely to forget. A change in a caregiver’s normal routine is another risk factor. Unfortunately, heatstroke is one of the leading causes of death among […]
The City of Heath has begun its 2014 Mosquito Surveillance and Abatement Program. While the West Nile Virus was not found in Heath last year, the City wants to be pro-active heading into the prime mosquito breeding season of spring and summer. The first step of the program involves the weekly placement of traps by […]
Purdue University released a recent public information document that introduces techniques for managing ponds and natural wetlands to minimize mosquito risk. The document includes useful tips and resources for pond owners and offers general information that may also be useful to homeowners. A checklist is provided showing where mosquitos are most likely to breed around […]
