In the video below, film and television personality Jason Acuña (a.k.a. Wee-Man) joins the hard-working staff of Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control and the good people of OC to spread the message that when it comes to fighting mosquitoes, we're all in this together!

Beyond being annoying, mosquitoes can spread diseases such as West Nile Virus, Dengue, Malaria, Chikungunya, St. Louis Encephalitis and Zika.

Here are some ways to eliminate mosquito breeding sources on your property:

• Dump and drain any containers filled with water at least once a week.
• Clean and scrub bird baths and pet water bowls weekly.
• Dump water from potted plant saucers.
• Don't transport or share plant stems rooted in water.
• Drill a hole or puncture containers to eliminate standing water.
• Use our mosquito source checklist.
• Go here for more do-it-yourself mosquito issue solutions.

Prevent mosquito bites:

• Apply mosquito repellent containing DEET, Picaridin, IR3535, or oil of lemon eucalyptus to exposed skin before going outdoors.
• Close all unscreened doors and windows to prevent mosquitoes from entering your home or space; repair broken or damaged screens. 
• Wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants, and opt for lighter colored clothing.

Want to do more? Here are other ways you can FIGHT BACK against mosquitoes:

• Contact us for a free mosquito inspection!
• Become a neighborhood advocate.
• Look for these things around your home.
• Use do-it-yourself pesticide options for mosquito control.
• Request mosquito fish.
   

OCMVCD Public Information Officer Brian Brannon speaks with Bri Cox Kennedy of ThisDay on TV6 in Laguna Woods Village about mosquito challenges and prevention in Orange County.