How are adult mosquitoes controlled?

Mosquito control agencies use truck-mounted fogging units to apply insecticides as an ultra-low-volume (ULV) spray. ULV spray units dispense very fine aerosol droplets (fog) that stay aloft and kill mosquitoes on contact. The amount of insecticide sprayed by ULV units is small compared to the area treated, usually about 3 to 5 ounces per acre, which minimizes exposure and risks to people and the environment. Some communities have thermal foggers that use an oil carrier that is heated to disperse the pesticide in a dense smoke-like fog.

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1. How are adult mosquitoes controlled?
2. What agency conducts mosquito control in my town?
3. Why is the local government fogging for mosquitoes in my community?
4. Why do they fog mosquitoes when I am out taking my evening walk?
5. Will local officials notify me before fogging?
6. What insecticides are used to fog for mosquitoes?
7. How long does the fog kill mosquitoes?
8. If the city has been fogged for mosquitoes, are all mosquitoes in my area eliminated?
9. Are the insecticides used for fogging safe?
10. Do I need to wash home-grown fruits and vegetables after the mosquito fogging?
11. What should I do if I have medical questions about insecticides?
12. Will the fogging kill birds or other large animals?
13. Are individuals who do mosquito control required to be licensed?
14. Can I fog my backyard for mosquitoes?
15. Can I treat a depression that floods in my backyard for mosquitoes?
16. Can communities use other methods to control mosquitoes besides fogging?
17. Where can I get more information on West Nile virus?