ATHENS-On April 27, 2015, Athens Public Works will begin mosquito control for the City of Athens. If justified and if weather permits, crews will be spraying on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday evenings.
Some helpful tips on how to reduce sources of water in your yard which are potential breeding sites.
** Dispose of old buckets, cans, bottles, or jars.
** Repair leaky pipes & keep drains and gutters unclogged to eliminate mosquito eggs. Change water and scrub bird baths as well as pet watering dishes.
** Properly discard unused tires.
** Turn wheelbarrows, tubs, and wading pools upside down.
** Keep weeds, vines, and grass trimmed since mosquitoes use these shady areas.
** Fill tree holes with sand or mortar so that water does not collect in them.
Eliminate breeding sites before mosquitoes become a problem.
Prevention is the key.
Please call Brad Gee if you have any questions. (256-233-8747)
City of Athens Street Department.
