Suffolk County Aerial Larvicide and Pesticide Notification for July 21-23

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Suffolk County, NY - July 20, 2015 - The Suffolk County Department of Public Works’ Division of Vector Control plans to treat parts of the following salt marshes by helicopter to control mosquito larvae.  Should weather conditions prevent completion of the work, it will be continued on the next suitable day.

Time and date of the application: July 21, 2015, 5:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Method of application:  Low altitude, large droplet liquid application

Name of Pesticide:  Altosid Liquid concentrate (methoprene)

Approximate location(s):

Marshes that will be treated are marked “Yes.”

The products used by Vector Control are registered by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and are applied in accordance with the required state and federal permits.

No precautions are recommended to prepare for this spraying, as the helicopter will be flying at a very low level over marsh areas and taking other precautions to control drift into inhabited areas. Human exposure from this operation is unlikely and the products involved have no significant human toxicity. 

For current and future notices and/or further information:

• Suffolk County Division of Vector Control 631-852-4270
• Vector Control and Wetlands Management Long-Term Plan

If weather permits, the Suffolk County Department of Public Works will treat sections of the following communities as part of its ongoing annual effort to control adult mosquitoes.

The following treatments are for Vector Control:

Time and date of the application: July 21, 2015, 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Approximate location(s): Davis Park and Point O’Woods, on Fire Island

Sites to be treated:  – All streets in the Villages.

Method of Treatment: Ground spraying - Ultra Low Volume Aerosol

Name of Pesticide: Anvil (sumithrin)

Time and date of the application: July 22, 2015, 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Approximate location(s): Ocean Bay Park, Seaview and Ocean Beach on Fire Island

Sites to be treated:  – All streets in the villages.

Method of Treatment: Ground spraying - Ultra Low Volume Aerosol

Name of Pesticide: Anvil (sumithrin)

Time and date of the application: July 23, 2015, 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Approximate location(s): Water Island, Atlantique, Summer Club, and Fire Island Pines on Fire Island

Sites to be treated:  – All streets in the villages.

Method of Treatment: Ground spraying - Ultra Low Volume Aerosol

Name of Pesticide: Anvil (sumithrin)

For current and future notices and/or further information:

• Suffolk County Division of Vector Control   631-852-4270
• Spraying Information Hotline 631-852-4939
• For Spray Notices click here
• If you are not sure that your landline phone is included in the Code RED system or to receive notifications via cell phone, text messaging or e-mail, contact here

Although your chances of experiencing any health effects from spraying are quite low, the following common sense steps will help you reduce possible exposure to pesticides before, during or after spraying.

Steps you should take:  Children and pregnant women should take care to avoid exposure when practical.  If possible, remain inside or avoid the area whenever spraying takes place and for about 30 minutes after spraying.  Close windows and doors and close the vents of window air-conditioning units to circulate indoor air or, before spraying begins, turn them off.  Windows and air-conditioning vents can be reopened about 30 minutes after spraying.  If you come in direct contact with pesticide spray, protect your eyes.  If you get pesticide spray in your eyes, immediately rinse them with water.  Wash exposed skin.  Wash clothes that come in direct contact with spray separately from other laundry.  Consult your health care provider if you think you are experiencing health effects from spraying.

Steps you may want to take:  The materials used by Vector Control do not leave significant residues on surfaces, but exposure can be reduced even further.  Pick homegrown fruits and vegetables you expect to eat soon before spraying takes place.  Rinse homegrown fruits and vegetables (in fact all produce) thoroughly with water before cooking or eating.  Bring laundry and small toys inside before spraying begins.  (Wash with detergent and water if exposed to pesticides during spraying.)  Bring pet food and water dishes inside, and cover ornamental fishponds during the spray period to avoid direct exposure.