Mosquito Control and Spraying
Stafford makes an effort to control the adult mosquito population by spraying. The Street Department's truck sprays the entire City weekly, from around May 1 until October 1 or later as needed. Spraying begins at approximately 9 p.m. and ends after midnight when the mosquito population is the heaviest. In addition to the spraying application, the City treats standing water in the right-of-way and storm sewers with special tablets that kill the mosquito larvae. For additional information concerning mosquito control, call the Street Department at 281-499-2626.
A Few Tips:
• Drain water from bottles, tires, buckets, cans, flowerpots
• Empty, cover, or turn over swimming pools
• Cover or turn boats upside down
• Change water in birdbaths every few days
• Stock ornamental ponds with mosquito-eating fish
• Repair leaky plumbing and outside faucets
• Repair window and door screens
• Clean gutters
• Don't wash lawn clippings into storm sewers
• Wear long pants and long-sleeved shirts when outdoors
• Use mosquito repellent when outdoors
• Use flying insect spray to control mosquitoes indoors
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