The Vermont Department of Health announced over the last two weeks that mosquito populations in both Sudbury and Brandon had tested positive for the virus that causes Eastern Equine Encephalitis, known as EEE.
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Mosquito district faces fines from state agency
The Otter Creek Watershed Insect Control District (OCWICD or the District) held a special meeting on Wednesday, October 25 to discuss its response to the imposition by the state of penalties totaling $9,125.
Mosquitos carrying West Nile Virus and EEE found in Vt.
Late summer is the peak time for these diseases, which can but rarely result in severe neurological symptoms and death.
Otter Creek Watershed Insect Control District prepares for summer
mosquitos’ primary blood-meal necessary for survival comes from birds. High levels of mosquito population can greatly impact bird populations.