This decision will be reviewed on 14 March having regard for the seasonal conditions applicable at that time.
Mosquitoes can pose a nuisance and serious health risk to the community by transmitting Ross River and Barmah Forest Viruses.
The City of Busselton has a comprehensive mosquito management program in place involving monitoring, treatment and communication activities. These activities occur annually with the mosquito season commencing in August and concluding in January.
Monitoring activities include:
When the City detects significant numbers of mosquito larva and adults, treatment activities will be undertaken. These may include:
While treatment activities reduce mosquito numbers, mosquitoes are a fact of life in the South West. Not being bitten is the best way to protect yourself from mosquito borne illnesses
You can 'Fight the Bite' by applying a personal repellent containing DEET or picaridin on any exposed skin, wear loose-fitting long sleeve shirts and long pants.
At different times of the year you may find mosquitoes around your home. Here are some ways to reduce the number of mosquitos around your property and in your home:
Fight the Bite
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