Mosquito source reduction

The university and the Mosquito Abatement District are working together to prevent mosquito proliferation on campus.

All areas that regularly have standing water, such as decorative and instructional ponds; storm water and wastewater basins and drain inlets; and agricultural crop fields, orchards, pastures and ditches are regularly monitored and treated by the Mosquito Abatement District. Mosquito fish, natural predators of mosquito larvae, have been added to all campus storm water basins and ponds.

Given the right conditions, mosquitoes can hatch out in water that has been standing for as little as four days. If you see any standing water or flooded areas that you suspect have been standing at least three days, please contact the University Police Department at 8-2132. A representative from Environmental Health and Safety will investigate and ensure that the area receives the necessary attention.

If you have any questions, please contact Lisa Kao, Environmental Quality Manager with the Office of Environmental Health and Safety, at 8-6910.