Media Contacts: Jonathan Modie, OHA, PHD. Communications@oha.oregon.gov Tanya Phillips, Jackson County Health & Human Services, phillitf@jacksoncountyor.gov PORTLAND, Ore. – Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Jackson County Vector Control and Jackson County […]
Mosquito Control
Don’t Give House Mosquitoes a Home!
The Northern house mosquito (Culex pipiens) looks dull but is one of the most medically important mosquito species in the western U.S. due to it’s ability to transmit diseases, including […]
Mosquitoes Test Positive for West Nile Virus in Jackson County
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 19, 2023 Mosquitoes Test Positive for West Nile Virus in Jackson County Jackson County, Ore.—West Nile virus (WNV) has been detected in mosquitoes collected in east […]
Mosquitofish
We have an abundants of mosquitofish. Please stop by the office and pick some up, even if you have stopped by already this year. Mosquitofish are free to Jackson County […]
Overwatering and Mosquitoes
Standing water resulting from overwatering or faulty irrigation equipment is a common mosquito source we encounter. Adjusting your irrigation schedule and ensuring that all pumps, fittings, and pipes are […]
Mosquitoes at Home in the Trees
It’s mosquito season and the Western treehole mosquito (Aedes sierrensis), is particularly active now. This species prefers water-filled tree cavities as it’s larval habitat and are most commonly found in […]
Mosquitofish Available May 1st!
Mosquitofish will be available at our District office starting Monday, May 1st! Mosquitofish are free to Jackson County residents and are a great biological control for mosquito larvae and pupae, […]
A Reminder to Inspect for Mosquito Sources
Mosquito sources come in lots of forms. Fortunately, you can eliminate many with a quick inspection of your property. Some mosquitoes thrive in the heat of summer so be sure […]
Record Rainfall Creates Prime Mosquito Breeding Conditions
Some parts of Oregon, including Multnomah County, enjoyed record rainfall amounts this spring. In fact, the last time Multnomah County received as much precipitation was 81 years ago. While more […]
Should You Use Mosquitofish to Control Mosquitoes?
Mosquitoes are blood-sucking vectors that carry and transmit several dangerous diseases such as West Nile Virus (WNV), St Louis encephalitis (SLE), Western Equine encephalitis (WEE), and Eastern Equine encephalitis (EEE). […]
JCVCD 2022 Tire Disposal Event Canceled
Unfortunately, we decided to cancel our JCVCD 2022 Tire Disposal Event due to insufficient staffing. We know this is an important free disposal event for our community to reduce risks […]
Vaccinate Horses Against WNV
JCVCD encourages horse owners to consider vaccinating or boosting horses against West Nile virus before mosquito season begins. West Nile virus is carried by mosquitoes that have fed on infected […]
Winter Mosquitoes?
Have you noticed “mosquitoes” around your home even though it’s winter? While certain species of mosquitoes do overwinter as adults, what you’re most likely seeing are winter crane flies. Like […]
