August 8, 2025 | From City of New Orleans
THE CITY OF NEW ORLEANS MOSQUITO, TERMITE AND RODENT CONTROL BOARD TO CONDUCT MOSQUITO ABATEMENT TONIGHT
The City of New Orleans Mosquito, Termite and Rodent Control Board (NOMTRCB) will conduct spray missions tonight, targeting adult populations of mosquitoes. Truck treatments tonight (Aug 8th) will be conducted between the hours of 8:45 p.m. to 12 a.m., weather permitting, in the following areas:
- Gentilly Neighborhood bounded by Elysian Fields Avenue, Leon C. Simon Drive, Peoples Avenue, and I-610
- N.O. East bounded by Hayne Boulevard, Jourdan Road, Chef Mentuer Highway, I-10, and Crowder Road
- Lakeview bounded by West End Boulevard, Allen Toussaint Boulevard, Orleans Avenue, and I-610
NOMTRCB is continuing to detect West Nile virus (WNV) in mosquito populations from both the East and West Bank. WNV cycles between wild birds and mosquitoes and can be transmitted to humans and animals by the bite of an infected mosquito. These positive samples indicate that WNV is actively circulating among local mosquitoes and bird populations. No human cases have been reported in Orleans Parish this year, however, there have been confirmed human cases in the state this summer. West Nile and other mosquito-borne viruses are more active in the summer and early fall. While WNV detection in mosquitoes is common in Orleans Parish at this time of the year, we are continuing to observe an elevated number of positive samples this year. Our routine adult traps are continuing to collect infected mosquitoes, with arbovirus detection expanding to more areas on the East and West Bank. NOMTRCB sets out adult mosquito traps throughout the parish and tests samples for mosquito-borne diseases weekly. We are conducting adulticide spray treatments to target our primary vector of WNV, Culex quinquefasciatus, and break the disease cycle.
While most human West Nile infections are asymptomatic, common symptoms include headache, body aches, joint pain, vomiting, diarrhea, or rash. In rare cases, severe illness can occur. Individuals over age 60, those who are immunocompromised, and those with certain pre-existing medical conditions are at greater risk of severe illness.
At this time of year, mosquitoes can develop from eggs to adult mosquitoes in as little as one week. We are urging all residents to inspect containers or other objects that can hold water on their property and take these steps to help protect themselves and their homes from mosquitoes:
Protect Yourself
- Use repellents containing EPA-registered active ingredients such as DEET, picaridin, IR3535, or oil of lemon eucalyptus. Always follow product instructions when using repellents.
- When possible, limit outdoor activities between dusk and dawn, when mosquitoes are most active.
- Use air conditioning or sit in the air stream of a fan outdoors when possible.
Protect Your Home
- Eliminate standing water around your home and yard where mosquitoes lay their eggs by tipping over all outdoor containers at least weekly.
- Remove trash and clutter and turn over any object that can hold water, such as kiddie pools, buckets, empty trash cans, children's toys, or plant pot trays. Store items upside-down when not in use.
- Make sure swimming pools and fountains are functional and circulating.
- Change water weekly in containers that cannot be removed such as bird baths, pet water bowls, or non-functional fountains.
- Scrub the sides of the containers to remove mosquito eggs that may have been deposited.
- Rain barrels and other water collection devices must be screened and collected water should be used within one week.
- Make sure window and door screens are in good condition to prevent mosquitoes from getting inside the home.
For more information on West Nile virus, visit the CDC website: https://www.cdc.gov/westnile/index.html
Report Mosquito Issues
Please report mosquito-related issues using one of the following methods:
- Call 311 to make a service request.
- Call NOMTRCB: (504) 658-2400
For more tips on safeguarding your home and yourself from pests, follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and X at @nolamosquito. You can also visit our website for comprehensive resources: https://nola.gov/next/mosquito/home/.