FIGHT THE BITE CONTEST HELPS AREA SCHOOLS

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - [Download as PDF] March 10, 2010 FIGHT THE BITE CONTEST HELPS AREA SCHOOLS Children will learn about mosquito prevention and may bring money into the classroom

Elk Grove, Calif.— The Sacramento-Yolo Mosquito and Vector Control District’s annual Fight the Bite Design a Calendar page contest for local students in grades K-12 is going on now! In an effort to inform the community about… Continue reading

EARLY RAINS FOLLOWED BY WARM TEMPERATURES MAY BRING MOSQUITOES

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - Download as PDF October 15, 2009 EARLY RAINS FOLLOWED BY WARM TEMPERATURES MAY BRING MOSQUITOES

-- District Reminds you to Drain After the Rain

Elk Grove, Calif.— The Sacramento-Yolo Mosquito and Vector Control District reminds the public to “drain after every rain” to prevent mosquitoes! Wet weather followed by warm temperatures can create an ideal breeding ground for mosquitoes… Continue reading

RISK OF WEST NILE VIRUS CONTINUES AS MORE BIRDS AND MOSQUITO SAMPLES TEST POSITIVE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - Download as PDF September 4, 2009

RISK OF WEST NILE VIRUS CONTINUES AS MORE BIRDS AND MOSQUITO SAMPLES TEST POSITIVE

--Stay Protected this Labor Day Weekend

Elk Grove, Calif.—  Family barbecues, the State Fair and other fun outdoor activities will be popular with area residents this weekend to celebrate Labor Day, the last holiday of the summer. Unfortunately this doesn’t mean it’s… Continue reading

MOSQUITO SAMPLES TEST POSITIVE FOR WEST NILE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - Download as PDF August 14, 2009

MOSQUITO SAMPLES TEST POSITIVE FOR WEST NILE

--Virus Activity is Centered in South Sacramento County

Elk Grove, Calif.—  The Sacramento-Yolo Mosquito and Vector Control District (District) received  confirmation of additional mosquito samples that are positive for West Nile virus (WNV). These raise the total number of positive mosquito samples to 12 from Sacramento County with the majority concentrating… Continue reading

FIGHT THE BITE DURING NATIONAL NIGHT OUT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - Download as PDF August 4, 2009

FIGHT THE BITE DURING NATIONAL NIGHT OUT

--Use Mosquito Repellent to Prevent Mosquito Bites and West Nile Virus

Elk Grove, Calif.— Tonight is National Night Out and many will be engaging in fun outdoor activities around dusk, a time of  peak mosquito activity.  The Sacramento-Yolo Mosquito and Vector Control District reminds the public to use an… Continue reading

FIGHT THE BITE GETS A NEW LOOK!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - Download as PDF July 10, 2009

FIGHT THE BITE GETS A NEW LOOK!

--Sac-Yolo Mosquito Control Debut’s a New Website

Elk Grove, Calif. — The Sacramento-Yolo Mosquito and Vector Control District is proud to showcase its new website! FIGHTtheBITE.net features a complete new look while still providing Sacramento and Yolo county residents the most current and detailed information on mosquitoes and West Nile… Continue reading

FIVE NEW BIRDS TEST POSITIVE FOR WEST NILE VIRUS

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FIVE NEW BIRDS TEST POSITIVE FOR WEST NILE VIRUS

--Virus Activity Continues Throughout Sacramento and Yolo County

Elk Grove, Calif. — The Sacramento-Yolo Mosquito and Vector Control District received confirmation that five new birds tested positive for West Nile virus. Four of the birds are from the Galt, Elk Grove and Herald areas of Southern Sacramento County… Continue reading

FIREWORKS…SUMMER FUN…AND MOSQUITOES!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - Download as PDF July 1, 2009

FIREWORKS…SUMMER FUN…AND MOSQUITOES!

--Hot Temperatures Accelerate Mosquito Production Putting You at Higher Risk for West Nile Virus

Elk Grove, Calif. — Leisurely evenings walks, fireworks and family BBQ’s are all activities many people may enjoy this holiday weekend, but the Sacramento-Yolo Mosquito and Vector Control District reminds the public that mosquitoes will also be out looking to bite… Continue reading