Anything that can hold standing water has the potential to breed mosquitoes. 

Drain standing water around your house weekly. Therefore

• Clear gutters, remove unused flower pots, and fill in any tree holes or low spots

• Dump out any containers with water, then store it or turn it upside down

• Keep pools & bird baths clean

Encourage your neighbors to do the same!

More tips from the EPA

If you're enjoying some time outdoors, we highly recommend using bug spray. 

We advise using EPA-registered repellent products, such as those containing Deet. 

Learn more about repellents from the CDC and EPA

If you're enjoying some time outdoors 

• Cover your body as much as possible to reduce potential biting

  • Mosquitoes may still bite through tight clothing such as spandex

• Mosquitoes are attracted to darker colors

• Use a fan to circulate the air across your porch

Avoid being outdoors around dusk and dawn. Most mosquitoes are active during those times. 

A few other considerations

• Some species are active all through the night

• Some species hide in shaded areas and can then bite

• A few species even bite in direct sunlight