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The original item was published from 7/22/2013 2:38:31 PM to 7/30/2013 12:05:00 AM.

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Posted on: July 22, 2013

[ARCHIVED] West Nile Virus Present in Cumberland County

Homeowner Information:

Following are the 3 key steps to control mosquitoes:
1. Identify mosquito larva breeding sites (areas of standing water)
2. Empty the water every 5-7 days or
3. Apply a Mosquito Control Product

---- Water outside the home in containers should be be drained or emptied every 3 days
---- Permanent water can be treated with mosquito "dunks" or "bits" that contain Bacillus thuringiensis israelensis (Bti). These products can be found at hardware and other local retailers.

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