(Hopewell, Pa.) The Beaver County Conservation District’s Mosquito-Borne Disease Control Program will be conducting a truck-mounted, Ultra Low Volume spray event on Tuesday, September 21th, 2021 between 8pm and 11pm to decrease mosquito populations and reduce the risk of West Nile virus transmission. In case of inclement weather, the rain date will be Thursday, September 23rd.

Areas of focus will be the town of West Aliquippa and the surrounding area. Recent mosquito samples from this location have tested positive for the West Nile Virus.

The pesticide being applied is Aqua Duet and is designed to provide quick, effective control of adult mosquito populations. Aquaduet has a very low toxicity profile to mammals and has little to no impact on non-target insects and the environment. It will be released at 1.33 ounces per acre.