The Suffolk County Department of Public Works will conduct mosquito spraying tonght, between 6 p.m. and 10 p.m., at Ocean Bay Park on Fire Island and at the Fire Island Pines, Water Island, Atlantique and Summer Club on Thursday evening during the same time frame.
Although chances of experiencing any health effects from spraying are quite low, the following common sense steps will help you reduce possible exposure to pesticides before, during or after spraying.
Steps you should take:
Children and pregnant women should take care to avoid exposure when practical. If possible, remain inside or avoid the area whenever spraying takes place and for about 30 minutes after spraying.
Close windows and doors and close the vents of window air-conditioning units to circulate indoor air or, before spraying begins, turn them off.
Windows and air-conditioning vents can be reopened about 30 minutes after spraying. If you come in direct contact with pesticide spray, protect your eyes.
If you get pesticide spray in your eyes, immediately rinse them with water. Wash exposed skin. Wash clothes that come in direct contact with spray separately from other laundry. Consult your health care provider if you think you are experiencing health effects from spraying.
Bring laundry and small toys inside before spraying begins. (Wash with detergent and water if exposed to pesticides during spraying.) Bring pet food and water dishes inside, and cover ornamental fishponds during the spray period to avoid direct exposure.
For current and future notices and/or further information contact the Suffolk County Division of Vector Control at 631-852-4270. the Spraying Information Hotline is 631-852-4939.
