updated 12-Oct-11
WNV & EEE has been confirmed in 16 CMMCP member
towns to date (some with multiple/repeated virus isolations).
Click the links below for a narrative and maps of
the spray areas. Please call (508) 393-3055 for additional information.
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October 15
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HOPKINTON (EEE)
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October 8
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NO VIRUS
ISOLATIONS
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October 1
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HUDSON (WNV) – spray date Sept 28, 2011 (COMPLETED)
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FITCHBURG (WNV) – area was sprayed Sept. 19, 2011
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SHERBORN (EEE) – re-spray date Sept 26, 2011
(COMPLETED)
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SHREWSBURY (EEE) – re-spray date Sept 26, 2011
(COMPLETED)
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WESTBORO (EEE) – re-spray date Sept 26, 2011 (COMPLETED)
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September 24
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SHERBORN (EEE) – spray date Sept 21, 2011 (COMPLETED)
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SHREWSBURY (EEE) – spray date Sept 21, 2011 (COMPLETED)
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WESTBORO (EEE) – spray date Sept 21, 2011 (COMPLETED)
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September 17
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BILLERICA (WNV) – spray date Sept 14, 2011 (COMPLETED)
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CHELMSFORD (WNV) – spray date Sept 14, 2011 (COMPLETED)
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September 10
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AUBURN (WNV) – no additional action needed
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SHREWSBURY (WNV) – spray date Sept 13, 2011 (COMPLETED)
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September 3
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ACTON (WNV) –
spray date Sept. 1, 2011 (COMPLETED)
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AUBURN (WNV) – no additional action needed
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TEWKSBURY (WNV) – spray date Sept. 1, 2011 (COMPLETED)
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August 27
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AUBURN (WNV) – spray date Sept 1, 2011 (COMPLETED)
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DRACUT (WNV) – spray date Aug. 30, 2011 (COMPLETED)
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SHREWSBURY (WNV) – spray date Aug. 30, 2011 (COMPLETED)
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STURBRIDGE (WNV) – spray date Aug. 30, 2011 (COMPLETED)
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August 20
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AUBURN (WNV) – spray date Aug. 25, 2011 (COMPLETED)
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DRACUT (WNV) – spray date Aug. 22, 2011 (COMPLETED)
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NATICK (WNV) – spray date Aug. 18, 2011 (COMPLETED)
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SHREWSBURY (WNV) – spray date Aug. 23, 2011 (COMPLETED)
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WESTFORD (WNV) – spray date Aug. 23, 2011 (COMPLETED)
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August 6
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ACTON (WNV) – spray
date Aug. 4, 2011 (COMPLETED)
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July 30
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STURBRIDGE (WNV) – spray date July 28, 2011 (COMPLETED),
spray date Aug. 9, 2011 (not done due to rain)
FROM THE MDPH WEBSITE:
Positive mosquito results from 2011 can
be found on the Arbovirus Surveillance Information web page at westnile.ashtonweb.com.
People have an important role to play
in protecting themselves and their loved ones from illnesses caused by
mosquitoes.
Avoid
Mosquito Bites
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Be Aware of Peak Mosquito Hours. The hours from dusk to dawn are peak
biting times for many mosquitoes. Consider rescheduling outdoor activities
that occur during evening or early morning.
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Clothing Can Help Reduce Mosquito Bites. Wearing long-sleeves, long pants and
socks when outdoors will help keep mosquitoes away from your skin.
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Apply Insect Repellent when Outdoors. Use a repellent with DEET (N,
N-diethyl-m-toluamide), permethrin, picaridin (KBR 3023), oil of lemon eucalyptus
[p-methane 3, 8-diol (PMD)] or IR3535 according to the instructions on the
product label. DEET products should not be used on infants under two months
of age and should be used in concentrations of 30% or less on older children.
Oil of lemon eucalyptus should not be used on children under three years of
age.
Mosquito-Proof
Your Home
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Drain Standing Water. Mosquitoes lay their eggs in standing water. Limit the
number of places around your home for mosquitoes to breed by either draining or
discarding items that hold water. Check rain gutters and drains. Empty any
unused flowerpots and wading pools, and change water in birdbaths frequently.
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Install or Repair Screens. Keep mosquitoes outside by having
tightly-fitting screens on all of your windows and doors.
More information is available on the
DPH website: www.mass.gov/dph/wnv. Information
about West Nile Virus and Eastern Equine Encephalitis is also available by
calling the Epidemiology Program at 617-983-6800.
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