The Okaloosa County Mosquito Control Program’s schedule for broadcast pesticide spraying, aimed at controlling adult mosquito populations, is outlined below. You’ll also find weblinks to maps showing the general treatment areas organized by days of the week. Spraying takes place in the evening and, per State Law, must be justified. Justification is accomplished though mosquito population surveillance data and other State approved methods. The schedule may shift due to weather conditions or equipment problems. Treatments are set to start at sunset.
Map Link for Destin area:
South Okaloosa County – Destin Area
https://myokaloosa.com/sites/default/files/users/pwuser/SouthCountyDestinArea2.pdf
MONDAYS:
Destin: Walton County Line to Airport Rd
TUESDAYS:
Airport Rd to Destin Bridge, Mary Esther/Fort Walton Beach and Bluewater Bay
Protect Yourself From Mosquitoes
Okaloosa County Mosquito Control and the Florida Department of Health encourage residents to remember SWAT to reduce mosquito bites and mosquito-borne illnesses:
- Stay inside during peak mosquito activity, especially at dawn and dusk.
- Wear protective clothing such as long sleeves, pants and socks when outdoors.
- Apply insect repellent containing DEET, picaridin, oil of lemon eucalyptus or IR3535.
- Turn over standing water where mosquitoes breed.
Residents should regularly drain water from gutters, buckets, flower pots, birdbaths, pet bowls, pool covers and other containers that collect rainwater.
Okaloosa County Mosquito Control also conducts countywide spraying and larvicide treatments to reduce mosquito populations. Horse owners should keep vaccinations current for mosquito-borne diseases such as Eastern Equine Encephalitis, and dog owners should maintain heartworm prevention.
For mosquito spray schedules, prevention tips and more information, contact Okaloosa County Mosquito Control at 850-651-7394 or visit the county website.
