July 15, 2025 | From City of New Orleans
The City of New Orleans Mosquito, Termite and Rodent Control Board to Conduct Adult Mosquito Abatement Tonight
NEW ORLEANS — The City of New Orleans Mosquito, Termite and Rodent Control Board (NOMTRCB) will conduct adulticide spray missions tonight to target adult mosquito populations. Treatments will be conducted by truck between 8:30 p.m. and 1 a.m., weather permitting, in the following areas:
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Seventh Ward – Bounded by I-610, Annette St., N. Claiborne Ave., Franklin Ave., Florida Ave., and I-10
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Fairgrounds & Seventh Ward – Bounded by I-610, Moss St., Esplanade Ave., I-10, and Annette St.
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Bayou St. John & Tremé/Lafitte – Bounded by Esplanade Ave., N. Carrollton Ave., and I-10
Over the past several weeks, NOMTRCB has detected West Nile virus (WNV) activity in mosquito populations on both the East Bank and West Bank of Orleans Parish. WNV cycles between wild birds and mosquitoes and can be transmitted to humans and animals through the bite of an infected mosquito. While no human cases have been reported in Orleans Parish this year, there have been confirmed cases elsewhere in the state.
These positive mosquito samples indicate that WNV is actively circulating among local mosquito and bird populations. NOMTRCB deploys mosquito traps throughout the parish and tests samples for mosquito-borne diseases on a weekly basis. We are currently identifying and testing this week’s samples.
West Nile virus and other mosquito-borne illnesses are more prevalent during summer and early fall. While WNV detection is common in Orleans Parish during this time of year, we are seeing an elevated number of positive samples this year compared to previous years. Infected mosquitoes have been collected in consecutive weeks, and arbovirus detection is expanding to more areas across the city.
Although most people infected with West Nile virus do not experience symptoms, some may develop headache, body aches, joint pain, vomiting, diarrhea, or rash. In rare cases, the virus can cause severe illness, particularly in individuals over age 60, those with weakened immune systems, or those with certain pre-existing health conditions.
Protect Yourself
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Use repellents with EPA-registered ingredients such as DEET, picaridin, IR3535, or oil of lemon eucalyptus. Always follow label instructions.
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Limit outdoor activity between dusk and dawn, when mosquitoes are most active.
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Use air conditioning or sit in front of a fan when outdoors, if possible.
Protect Your Home
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Eliminate standing water where mosquitoes lay eggs. Tip over outdoor containers at least once a week.
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Remove trash, clutter, and any items that can hold water, such as buckets, kiddie pools, toys, or plant pot trays. Store items upside-down when not in use.
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Ensure swimming pools and fountains are circulating and functional.
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Change water weekly in non-removable containers such as birdbaths and pet bowls.
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Scrub the inside of containers to remove mosquito eggs.
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Screen rain barrels and use collected water within one week.
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Ensure windows and doors have intact screens to prevent mosquitoes from entering the home.
Report Mosquito Issues
Use one of the following methods to report mosquito activity:
For more information on West Nile virus, visit the CDC website: https://www.cdc.gov/westnile/index.html
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https://nola.gov/next/mosquito/home/