Palm Beach County to conduct aerial spraying for mosquitoes starting this Wednesday

The Palm Beach County Division of Mosquito Control is scheduled to conduct aerial spraying on Wednesday, June 28, 2023.

The aerial spraying is in response to increased mosquito levels and the potential of vector-borne disease threats.

The planned coverage area includes approximately 165,000 acres covering populated areas west of Military Trail.  This area includes the Jupiter region, the Acreage/Loxahatchee/Royal Palm Beach region, Palm Beach Gardens, Wellington, and the Glades communities of Pahokee, Belle Glade, South Bay, and Lake Harbor.

Should weather cause a cancelation, the county will continue to attempt to spray by aircraft each evening until a successful spray operation is completed.

Those who will be outdoors after dark, are advised to use an insect repellent containing DEET and wear long pants and a long-sleeve shirt.

To further help control mosquitoes, residents are asked to drain or minimize standing water on their properties.