Common Questions (FAQ) - Mosquito Control Program - Public Works - Seminole County Government

MOSQUITO CONTROL PROGRAM

Common Questions (FAQ)

These are some answers to common questions about the Mosquito Control Program.

GENERAL

The Question:

There are no ponds or swamps near my home, but there are mosquitoes in my yard. Why?

The Answer:

Seminole County has 4 dozen different mosquito species. One of the most infamous is the Aedes albopictus (Asian Tiger Mosquito).

This mosquito prefers containers to lay their eggs. There may be animal watering dishes, flower pots, birdbaths, or even trash that can hold water and allow for mosquitoes to develop.

Our suggestion is to check your yard every few days and dump out any water standing and to eliminate containers and other things that will hold water.

Mosquitoes need water to develop from eggs.

GENERAL

	Does Seminole County have a Mosquito Control (Abatement) Program?
	How can I help find where mosquitoes are breeding in my yard?
	I know that Dengue was transmitted by mosquitoes and is predominate off the coast of Florida. Has Florida had an epidemic of Dengue?
	There are no ponds or swamps near my home, but there are mosquitoes in my yard. Why?
	What can be done about Midges or "Blind Mosquitoes?"
	What can we do to protect ourselves from Mosquito bites?
	What is the Mosquito Control Program's position on Automatic Misting Systems