Logan City Council is continuing its war against mosquitos with an intensive ongoing citywide treatment program to protect public health.
More than 760 fresh and saltwater sites across the City of Logan have been sprayed, treated or inspected as part of a proactive and targeted campaign launched after the floods.
Drone and all-terrain vehicles are being used to treat difficult-to-access areas, while mapping has also been done to monitor the changing levels of adult mosquito populations.
Council has also called on residents to assist in the fight against mozzies by taking simple steps at home to reduce possible breeding sites.
City Lifestyle Chair, Councillor Laurie Koranski said mosquitos would remain in Council’s crosshairs for a long as necessary to reduce the risk of mosquito-borne viruses being detected in the city.
“Council’s operation to stop these mozzies in their tracks is continuing after the recent flooding, the worst some suburbs have experienced in nearly 50 years,” Cr Koranski said.
“That left a lot of stagnant water around and 90 per cent of treatment sites have been freshwater. The treatment will continue until these areas return to normal.”
Cr Koranski urged residents to take a few minutes around home to help reduce mosquitos.
“Tip out any water that has gathered in items such as wheelbarrows, garden pot saucers or covering tarpaulins,” Cr Koranski said.
“And if you can do it safely, clean out any leaves in your roof gutters or get someone to do it. These little steps can make a big difference.”
Council is also providing up to six free native fish for residents with dams or ponds – the fish eat mosquito larvae.