The warm weather is back and here to stay (for the time being) . With many wooded areas in Weston, this brush can bring more breeding areas for Mosquitoes. Mosquitos are very common around the Boston area while the weather is hot and humid. With increased activity outdoors, anyone that is spending time outside is at risk of getting bit by a mosquito. Now that the warm weather is back in New England, mosquitos are back to disrupt your time spent outdoors.
When Are Mosquitoes Most Frequent?
Mosquitoes are considered one of summer’s most active pests, but they also thrive in the spring and fall. In fact, mosquitoes will remain active as long as the temperature is above 60 degrees. Mosquitoes are appearing earlier in the season across Weston due to the recent large amount of rainfall and the increased temperature.
Why Are Mosquitoes Assessed As Dangerous?
Where Are Mosquitoes Found?
Mosquitoes can breed in as little as a ½ inch of standing water. This emphasizes the importance of homeowners regularly checking their property for containers that could be collecting water and providing a safe harbor for mosquitoes to breed. Weston homes with a lot of brush can also be hotspot for mosquito nests.
Preventing Mosquito Bites
- Eliminate or reduce mosquito-breeding sites around the home. This includes birdbaths, flowerpots, grill covers, baby pools, unopened swimming pools, tires and other objects where water collects
- Screen windows, doors, and other entry points with mesh, sealing around all screen edges while making sure doors and windows are shut to block entry
- Use an insect repellent containing DEET, whenever outdoors
- When outside, wear long pants, a long sleeve shirt, socks and shoes to prevent mosquito bites
- Minimalize outside activity between dusk and dawn, those are the times of most activity
- Remove unneeded vegetation or trash from around any source of standing water that cannot be changed, removed or dumped