Weather conditions permitting, the Middlesex County Mosquito Extermination Commission will be conducting mosquito control treatment (spraying via trucks) to control and reduce mosquitoes that can spread viruses (like West Nile Virus) and/or minimize nuisance mosquitoes to tolerable levels, in the following area.
Municipality
: Old Bridge
Application Date and Time
: Thursday, August 1, 2024, 6:30 PM to 11:59 PM.
Rain Date
: Tuesday, August 6, 2024
Mosquito Control Product
: Etofenprox (Zenivex ® E4-RTU, EPA# 2724-807)
Location/Boundaries 1
: B/t US 9, Old Mill Rd, Dock Rd, and Cheesequake State Park - Mosquito Spray Zone/Map.
Location/Boundaries 2
: Cheesequake State Park and neighboring areas - Mosquito Spray Zone/Map.
For information about UltraLow Volume spraying of approved insecticides using truck mounted sprayers, please review the CDC Website: What You Need to Know About Truck Spraying.
For current information on all spray applications in Middlesex County, please review the Commission's Mosquito Spray Schedule.
For the complete Public Spray Notice, please click here.
What can residents do to reduce exposure?
Please note, neither the USEPA nor the CDC requires relocating or taking special precautions during spraying. However, any possible exposure risk can be reduced by following some sensible actions: (1) Pay attention to notices about mosquito spraying found through newspapers, websites, automated telephone messages or notices distributed by municipal, county or state agencies. (2) Stay indoors during spraying with doors/windows closed and with air conditioners turned off to outside air. The EPA recommends that people remain indoors for at least one-hour after mosquito spraying to allow the spray to settle and dissipate. (3) Plan your activities to limit time spent outside during spray operations. Cover outside items like furniture and grills before the spraying takes place. Bring pets and items like pet food dishes and children’s toys indoors. Rinse any uncovered items left outside during spraying. (4) Consult your doctor or local Poison Control Center at 1-800-222-1222, if you think you have a reaction to the insecticide spray.