MOUNT LAUREL, N.J. – The American Mosquito Control Association (AMCA) has tips to keep those pesky intruders under control. AMCA celebrates National Mosquito Control Awareness Week June 21 – June 27, 2009 and encourages all citizens to learn how to protect themselves.
Always remember the three D’s of protection from mosquitoes:
- Drain – Many mosquito problems in your neighborhood are likely to come from water-filled containers that you, the resident, can help to eliminate. All mosquitoes require water in which to breed. Be sure to drain any standing water around your house.
- Dress – Wear light colored, loose fitting clothing. Some of the 176 mosquito species are attracted to dark clothing and some can bite through tight-fitting clothes. When practical, wear long sleeves and pants.
- Defend – Choose a mosquito repellent that has been registered by the Environmental Protection Agency, such as DEET, Picaridin, or oil of lemon eucalyptus. Registered products have been reviewed, approved, and pose minimal risk for human safety when used according to label directions.
For other summer mosquito safety tips, visit the AMCA Web site, www.mosquito.org.
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