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Happy Thanksgiving- Office will be Closed

JCVCD will be closed Wednesday November 27th and Thursday November 28th in observance of Thanksgiving. We will return to our normal hours on December 2nd.

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Closed for Veterans’ Day

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Rats are most active in November and other fall months

Do Rats Hibernate? Contrary to popular belief, rats do not hibernate. Even during the cold winter months, they remain active, seeking food and warmth. Homeowners should regularly inspect their homes for […]

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National Ecologist Day

On November 1st, we celebrate the 158th anniversary of the World Ecology and Ecologist Day. This day is meant to remind people of the significance of knowing and valuing the […]

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Bats help reduce the spread of mosquito-borne diseases

Yes, bats eat mosquitoes and play a significant role in reducing mosquito populations: Efficiency: Bats are highly efficient predators that can detect and capture mosquitoes in flight using echolocation. Quantity: […]

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Last Call- Mosquitofish

This is the last week we have mosquitofish for Jackson County residents until next spring. Please stop by and we can get you some. Mosquitofish can usually survive the winter […]

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Wear insect repellent to protect your health

Remember to wear insect repellent to protect your health. The CDC recommends using repellents with active ingredients such as DEET, Picaridin, IR3535, and Oil of Lemon Eucalyptus at 20% or higher. It’s […]

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The invasive Aedes aegypti vs Jackson County Culex pipiens

The invasive Aedes aegypti vs Jackson County Culex pipiens. Please call or submit a service request to report aggressive day biting mosquitos.  

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Mosquitoes in the Fall

Mosquitoes in the Fall Even as summer waves goodbye, that doesn’t mean the pests leave us alone. Case in point, mosquitoes are still a major nuisance in the fall. Mosquitoes […]

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Report Day-Biting Mosquitoes!

Go online or call to submit a request for an inspection. What Makes Aedes aegypti different? -Preferentially feed on people and live around residential areas where they feed and rest […]

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Spot the Water Source

Look at these backyards and spot small water sources for Ae. Aegypti to lay their eggs on.               Kids toys, planters, shade cover, fence […]

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Protect yourself and your family

Apply EPA approved mosquito repellent containing: DEET Picaridin Lemon oil Eucalyptus oil IR3535 Wear long sleeves and long pants. Install screens on windows and doors. Dump and scrub outdoor containers […]

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Don’t forget the Gutters!

Ae. aegypti glue their eggs to the sides of small water-holding containers around homes: any container that accumulates water can be a larval habitat- including gutters. Eggs withstand desiccation for […]

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PBS: Deep look: Aedes Aegypti

https://www.pbs.org/video/this-dangerous-mosquito-lays-her-armored-eggs-in-your-house-k6boiz/

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We Need Help from the Talent Community!

Cooperation from residents will be critical in controlling these mosquitoes -Residents must check for sources of standing water around their homes and drain or freshen them regularly -Please grant JCVCD […]