Remember to protect against mosquito bites 

Mosquito season in Broomfield isn’t over yet, so the  Broomfield Public Health and Environment Division and Public Works Environmental Services remind residents to continue all West Nile Virus precautions until after the first hard frost – probably sometime in late September. The cold inhibits mosquito hatches, and the virus transmitted through mosquitoes is no longer a public health threat.

 While the weather remains warm, residents should take precautions when they plan to be outside. This is especially true at this time of the year when soccer, baseball and football games are scheduled in the Broomfield parks after school.  Parents are urged protect their children from mosquito bites by using repellent.

 For walkers and others who like to be outside, precautions are especially encouraged at dawn and dusk when mosquitoes are most active. Use insect repellents according to manufacturer’s directions. Those containing DEET have been found to be most effective.

To protect homes and neighborhoods, empty standing water from flower pots, buckets or any other outside containers.  Keep roof gutters free from clogs so water doesn’t back up and stand, creating a breeding place for mosquitoes. Repair holes in window and door screens.  Where there are no screens, keep windows and doors closed. Don't over-water lawns and keep them mowed to an appropriate height.