The State Health Department reported 13 new pools of mosquitoes and 2 dead birds to the City Health Department this morning. The two birds, a dead crow and a dead captive bird were collected from Midland Beach and West Brighton, Staten Island, respectively. If you have to remain outdoors, avoid contact with the spray. If you get pesticide spray directly in your eyes, immediately rinse them with water or eye drops. Wash skin and clothing exposed to pesticides with soap and water.
Some individuals are sensitive to pesticides.
Persons with asthma or other respiratory conditions are especially encouraged to stay inside during spraying since there is a possibility that spraying could worsen those conditions. Make sure roof gutters drain properly. Dispose of tin cans, plastic containers, ceramic pots, or similar water-holding containers. Remove all discarded tires from property. Clean and chlorinate swimming pools, outdoor saunas and hot tubs.