Mosquito spraying delayed in Goshen, Roswell

The Tuscarawas County Health Department has postponed mosquito spraying in Goshen Township and the village of Roswell from June 10 to June 12. Spraying will take place from 8-11 p.m.

Mosquito spraying in Fairfield Township will proceed as scheduled June 11 from 8-11 p.m.

If weather conditions are unfavorable, spraying will be postponed and rescheduled.

As part of its routine mosquito surveillance program, the health department monitors mosquito populations throughout the county. Recent surveillance on Tall Timber Road and Canal Road found adult mosquito counts exceeding the threshold that triggers preventive mosquito control measures.

According to the health department, targeted mosquito control efforts begin when 200 or more adult mosquitoes are collected in a single trap to help reduce the risk of mosquito-borne diseases.

Residents with respiratory conditions are encouraged to remain indoors while spraying is underway. The health department avoids spraying near beehives registered with the Ohio Department of Agriculture and honors requests for designated no-spray areas.

Residents who wish to request a no-spray designation may contact the Environmental Health Division at 330-343-5550 or email eh@tchdnow.org.

The health department also encourages residents to help reduce mosquito populations by eliminating standing water around homes, using insect repellent, wearing protective clothing outdoors and repairing window and door screens.

For more information about the mosquito control program, visit tchdnow.org or call 330-343-5550.