How YOU can help!

The District urges residents to do their part to protect themselves from mosquito bites by following these recommendations:

1 Check property for any standing water and get rid of it.

Here are some common places we find mosquitoes breeding:

Birdbaths

Buckets/Containers

pot with saucer underneath that is filled with standing water

Pots and plant saucers

clogged roof gutter holding standing water

Clogged roof gutters

Dog in kiddie pool that is holding standing water

Kiddie pools

May contain: water, outdoors, and nature

Green swimming pools

Yards that don't drain properly

Kids Toys

Improperly stored tires

2• When mosquitoes are active, use EPA registered insect repellents that contain one of these main ingredients:

Adult spraying insect repellent on child

DEET
Picaridin
Oil of Lemon Eucalyptus
IR3535

3• Make sure your screens on windows and doors are in good repair to prevent mosquitoes from entering the home

4• Check around faucets and air conditioner units, and repair leaks or puddles that remain for several days

5• Report dirty/green pools and other backyard sources to the AVMVCD at 661-942-2917

May contain: water, pool, hotel, building, and resort

6• Report dead birds by calling 1-877-WNV-BIRD (877-968-2473) or online HERE

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Antelope Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District (the "District") is committed to ensuring that its services are accessible to all members of the public. As part of this commitment, the District strives to provide an accessible website compatible with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) version 2.1, AA, and commercial screen reading software. Features of the website are created to allow individuals with vision and other impairments to understand and use the website to the same degree as someone without disabilities.

If you need any special assistance or accommodations:

Contact our compliance support team via telephone at: (888) 765-1970

Ongoing Compliance Information

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Compliance Procedures

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