Mosquito district defends aerial spraying program (Merced Sun-Star) by Adult asthma

Sat, 11 Aug 2007 07:03:34 -0400

Mosquito district defends aerial spraying program (Merced Sun-Star)

by Adult asthma @ Sat, 11 Aug 2007 07:03:34 -0400
Recent sightings of low-flying, pesticide-spewing airplanes have prompted concern among many Merced County residents. But officials say there's no cause for alarm, asserting that the planes and the pesticides pose no danger.

Aerial spraying's safety is challenged (The Sacramento Bee)
To combat the mosquito-borne West Nile virus, the local mosquito control district recently opted for aerial spraying of urban areas, saying the practice is necessary even though information on its effectiveness is spotty.