Nassau County will conduct aerial spraying for West Nile mosquito control in Glen Head and Woodmere after dusk tonight and again tomorrow night.
While the county assures us the pesticide being used, Scourge, isn't a danger to humans, be sure to stay indoors, set your air conditioner to use recirculated air (if you're running it), keep windows closed and avoid the use of window fans during the spraying. Bring toys and pet dishes, etc., indoors before the spraying. We're told there's no need to clean playground sets or patio furniture afterwards.
Though there's no way to protect an entire community with them, here are some plants that will repel mosquitoes from individuals, naturally:
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