All nine of these birds were collected before the City's ground-based spraying throughout Staten Island was implemented. The nine additional birds were found between July 8 and July 19, all prior to the City's spraying efforts which took place on Staten Island on the nights of July 19 and July 24. If you have to remain outdoors, avoid eye 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.