Broward County expands mosquito spraying in four cities as unusually high mosquito activity raises concerns
Broward County, Florida – Residents in several western Broward County communities may notice more mosquito control activity over the coming days as officials respond to an unusually high number of mosquitoes. The response includes additional treatments during daylight hours and overnight spraying.
The increased activity has prompted Broward County to expand its mosquito control efforts in parts of Weston, Southwest Ranches, Pembroke Pines and Miramar, with enhanced operations expected to continue until mosquito populations decline.
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According to county officials, Broward County Mosquito Control has been conducting additional treatments throughout the affected communities over the past several days. The operations are intended to address the unusually high mosquito activity reported in these areas.
The expanded response involves both daytime treatments and nighttime spraying. Overnight operations generally take place between midnight and 6 a.m., although weather conditions may affect when crews can conduct spraying.
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County officials expect the additional treatments to continue for approximately another week or until mosquito numbers decrease sufficiently.
The affected areas include portions of County Commission District 1, represented by Senator Nan Rich; District 5, represented by Senator Steve Geller; and District 7, represented by Commissioner Alexandra P. Davis.
Beyond the spraying operations, the county is continuing its broader mosquito prevention work through partnerships with the Florida Department of Health and code enforcement agencies in Broward’s 31 municipalities.
These partnerships focus on reducing mosquito populations while also addressing places where mosquitoes can breed.
Officials are asking residents and business owners to take an active role in limiting mosquito activity around their properties. One of the most important steps is removing standing water, which can provide breeding sites for mosquitoes.
Buckets, discarded tires, planters, birdbaths and fountains are among the places residents should inspect regularly. Eliminating standing water from these locations can help reduce the number of adult mosquitoes, including those capable of transmitting diseases.
The county is also encouraging people experiencing mosquito problems to report them directly rather than relying only on the expanded spraying schedule.
Residents can request mosquito control services by calling 311 or submitting a report through the county’s online Mosquito Service Request Form.
Anyone with questions related to dengue is encouraged to contact the Florida Department of Health for additional information.
For now, enhanced mosquito control operations will remain focused on the affected western Broward communities, while officials continue working to bring mosquito numbers down.
