If saplings are seen growing out of the gutters, that's a good indication that there is enough water to allow mosquito larvae to develop. Potential breeding sites should be inspected weekly, if not more often. If mosquito larvae or wigglers are seen in the water, the water should be emptied from the container. If water cannot be removed, products containing Bacillus thuringiensis israeliensis or Bti can be added. Just make sure the site to be treated is listed on the label.
People can protect themselves from mosquitoes by wearing repellent and light colored clothing.
Do not wear perfumes or use fragrant shampoos. Container breeding mosquitoes usually only fly the distance of a city block or so, so reducing populations of Aedes albopictus may be as easy as you and surrounding neighbors eliminating potential breeding sites. For more information on controlling mosquitoes, see SP503-B, Mosquito Control Around the Home. We have been getting a number of questions regarding Recertification points. If you are the program chairperson for a meeting, it is very important that you turn in to our office a request for Recertification points.