Mosquito Spraying Scheduled for Wednesday Night

The City of Benbrook is spraying for mosquitoes within a half-mile radius of the 8400 block of Arroyo Lane in Benbrook. The spray area is generally bounded by Team Ranch Road to the north; I-20 service road to the south; Loop 820 to the west; and Benbrook Blvd to the east. The City will not spray beyond the City limits. City crews will begin spraying at approximately 11:00 PM on Wednesday evening, October 9, and conclude by 6:00 AM the following morning, October 10, weather permitting. The spraying is in response to a positive reading of West Nile Virus in a mosquito found in one of the traps used to obtain samples for testing, as confirmed by Tarrant County Public Health. The amount of mosquito control pesticide that is sprayed from the truck is not harmful to people or pets. However, as with any pesticide, it is a good idea to keep exposure to a minimum. The City of Benbrook would like to remind residents of the importance of taking personal protective measures to safeguard against West Nile Virus. Residents should routinely dump standing water on their property, use repellent, and dress appropriately if outdoors, especially from dusk to dawn when mosquitoes are most active.

For more information, contact Bennett Howell at 817-249-6063 or [email protected]