Media Releases
West Nile Virus and Mosquito And Vector Control Awareness Week April 17-23: Placer Focused on Preparedness and Prevention
Mosquito control agencies across the state aim to raise awareness and educate Californians about the threat mosquitoes and vectors can pose to our communities.
West Nile Virus Activity In Placer Spikes In Time For Holiday Weekend – Aerial Treatment Scheduled Tonight for High Risk Areas
The Placer Mosquito and Vector Control District reported today that five mosquito samples have tested positive for West Nile virus this week. The mosquito samples were collected from sites along the county's western border, from as far south as the north Elverta area, and as far north as Camp Far West Road.
Yellowjackets More Active in Placer County
The Placer Mosquito and Vector Control District reports an increase in calls concerning yellowjacket wasps, especially in the western end of Placer County.
First Signs Of West Nile Virus In Placer County
The Placer Mosquito and Vector control District reports that mosquito samples taken from surveillance traps in Roseville and Loomis in Placer County have tested positive for West Nile virus.
Placer Mosquito District launches new website
The Placer Mosquito and Vector Control District has launched its newly redeveloped website.