Common Q & A
Tuesday, April 06, 2010
by editor
Questions & Answers
1. When are you going to spray?
A: For daily fogging operations including places and times, please click here.
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2. Can I be put on a "Do Not Spray" list?
A: The answer is "Yes"; All you need to do to complete this request is to call.
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3. When do the spray trucks spray?
A: Under AMCD operating procedures, we treat for adult mosquitoes during peak hours (6-11 p.m. & 3-6 a.m.) when mosquitoes are primarily active and the human population is less active along with other beneficial insects such as honeybees and butterflies.
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4. Can you spray on the weekend?
A: During the peak mosquito season, June through October, we only spray on the weekends if necessary.
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5. How will BTI affect my animals?
A: BTI (Bacillus thuringiensis israelensis) is a natural soil dwelling bacterium and is not harmful against non-target species (i.e. anything other than mosquito larvae).
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6. Can you spray chemical on my grass?
A: In the event your grass is a breeding site for mosquito populations, then we would treat the water in your grass or yard accordingly.
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7. Why do we not hear the mosquito spray trucks anymore?
A: Our mosquito spray trucks are equipped with new quieter machinery.
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8. What should I do if I suspect my neighbor's pool is breeding mosquitoes?
A: In the event you suspect your neighbor's pool is stagnant and possibly a mosquito breeding site, you should file a sanitary nuisance complaint with the St. Johns County Health Department's Environmental Public Health Service Center by calling 904-823-2514.
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9. Can you spray for special events?
A: Upon request in priority order, we do spray for special events justification permitted.