Eliminate Standing Water Where Mosquitoes Breed
The best thing any resident can do to prevent mosquitoes is to eliminate standing water. There are many common places around your own home that can hold standing water where mosquitoes can breed. Here are some tips on how to find and eliminate standing water.
Mosquito Sources | What You Can Do to Reduce Mosquitoes |
Fish Ponds, Fountains, and Waterfalls |
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Swimming Pools and Hot Tubs |
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Wading/Kiddie Pools |
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Containers |
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Bird Baths |
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Standing Water |
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Water Troughs |
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Street Gutters or Catch Basin |
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Water under Homes |
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Pet Watering Bowls |
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Roof Gutters |
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Tree Holes |
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Irrigated Lawns or Fields |
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Septic Systems |
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