It’s often joked that Louisiana’s state bird is the
mosquito. The pesky insects are almost more common than birds in the state of
Louisiana. They are often huge, disease-ridden, and hard to exterminate. People
often warn about trying to swat a Louisiana mosquito, because they may just
swat back. With the new spring growing in full force, it will be more than
helpful to know the 2017 Louisiana mosquito forecast.
Prepare for an Early Arrival
Unfortunately, 2017 has brought early warmth and early
wetness. Together, they have created the perfect storm for mosquitoes. The nasty
bugs love warm and wet climates, and they are sure to be swarming early this
year.
While the bites and stings of mosquitoes sure are annoying,
they are only the first of your problems when it comes to dealing with these
insects. Mosquitoes are known for carrying diseases such as the Zika virus,
which is deadly and can spread easily once caught.
The best way to prevent your home from a mosquito invasion
is to make sure to get rid of any standing water or soggy areas in your yard
and garden. Mosquitoes love standing water, as it is where they go to breed. By
getting rid of their breeding grounds, you can keep them away from your land.
It's also a good idea to drill holes in the bottom of your
recycling bins or trash cans in order to drain any standing liquid. This is a
good time of year to clean out your gutters and drains to make sure they aren’t
clogged, too. Take a walk around your property and check for places where water
can store up after a rain. Make sure to regrade those areas to prevent standing
water from occurring. If you own a pool, make sure it is chlorinated – this
will prevent mosquitoes from using it as a breeding site.
Additionally, aside from wanting water to breed, mosquitoes
also need a place to rest. They love taking breaks inside of tall vegetation,
and tend to gather mainly around weeds. If you didn’t have enough of an
incentive to clear weeds out of your yard already, now is the perfect opportunity
to become even more motivated. You should mow your lawn often and pull out any
weeds that gather around shade trees or the side of your house.
Last, but certainly not least, consider some type of barrier
treatment to put around the premises of your home. This will prevent mosquitoes
from invading your space, and it will ward them away from becoming too close.
Unfortunately, store-bought items such as foggers or bug bombs are not very
effective against mosquitoes. This is because they typically will only kill the
adults. Although you can’t see it, it is likely that the adults have laid many
eggs at that point. The babies will hatch very soon after, making it appear as
if your bug bomb didn’t kill any at all. With a barrier treatment, however, you
can be protected for up to 21 days, which is plenty of time to kill both adults
and babies before they can lay any more eggs.
Contact Your Local Mosquito Control Board
If you’re concerned about mosquito season, or you want to
learn more about how to protect yourself from mosquitoes in the area, you can
contact the Louisiana Mosquito Control Association. They have many branches
around the state, and you can view a list of them here: http://www.lmca.us/districts.htm
Call Fischer to Keep Your Home Protected
Make sure to take all of our tips into account when
searching for a way to protect your home. By investing in a barrier treatment,
you are sure to prevent mosquitoes from invading your space and spreading
dangerous diseases like the Zika virus. It’s never too early to ward yourself
against mosquitoes. At Fischer, we have professionals to help you deal with this
environmental crisis. For more information, feel free to visit our website: https://www.fischerenv.com/about-us/talk-to-us/
If you want to speak to someone right away, you can call us
at (800) 391-2565, or you can shoot us an email at fischer@fischerenv.com. Protect
yourself today, and steer clear of mosquitoes tomorrow!
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