A Message from the Mosquito Control Division:

Ten cases of West Nile virus in New Jersey residents were reported by the Department of Health & Senior Services in 2008. Two of these cases were fatal. To view test results for 2008 please click on the link below:

http://www.state.nj.us/health/cd/westnile/enceph.htm

Although none of these cases occurred in Passaic County, residents should be aware that a relative newcomer, Aedes albopictus, may be very efficient in transmitting diseases like West Nile virus to human beings (for tips on how you can help control this mosquito click & zoom on English or Spanish flyer below):

Also known as the Asian Tiger mosquito, albopictus is an invasive species found in almost every county of New Jersey, including Passaic County. This mosquito is a container-breeder in that females prefer to deposit eggs in artificial containers like tires, buckets, toys, wading pools, neglected swimming pools, rain gutters, and even bottle caps. ANYTHING that can hold water is potential habitat for this mosquito.

Albopictus is an unusually aggressive daytime biter. Its behavior patterns make the adults of this mosquito species difficult to control. This means your efforts to maintain your property and keep it free from mosquito habitat are an especially important and effective method for controlling this mosquito while still in the aquatic larval stage. Your vigilance can make all the difference.

Eric Green - Superintendent

For information on West Nile virus, Triple E, and other mosquito-borne diseases please click on the following Centers for Disease Control & Prevention link: 

http://www.cdc.gov/   

For information on tick-borne disease prevention please click on the Other Insect Pests tab located at the top of this page.

Mosquito Control would also like to remind you of the importance of avoiding mosquito bites when traveling abroad. By doing this you not only protect yourself but may be protecting the people at home as well. Thank you for your help in making Passaic County a healthier place for all residents.

Mosquito Control is not licensed to control gypsy moths or tent caterpillars. For information on controlling these pests please follow the NJ Dept. of Agriculture link located on our Other Insect Pests page.