Media Releases
In Case You Missed It: Senate Inaction on H.R. 872 Jeopardizes Public Health in California
The Contra Costa Times of California published an article today on the increased danger of West Nile virus facing Bay Area residents this year.
Ticks Found Positive for Lyme Disease
Eight tick samples in Placer County have tested positive for the Lyme disease organism in the past two weeks. This announcement comes on the heels of a tick advisory issued by the California Department of Public Health last week.
Mosquito Control Gears up for a New Season
The Placer Mosquito and Vector Control District has been busy with a variety of activities to reduce mosquito activity in the County which should be available for the public in mid-May.
Adult Mosquito Control Operations for 9/30/09 Cancelled
The Placer Mosquito and Vector Control District announced today that the adult mosquito fogging scheduled for Wednesday 9/30/09 has been cancelled due to cool temperatures and expected windy conditions.
Adult Mosquito Control Operations Planned
Adult mosquito populations have increased in some areas of Placer County over the past several weeks. While West Nile Virus activity seems to be slowing, recent high temperatures and adult mosquito abundance, continue to present a risk to public health.