Media Release | October 19, 2026
Shared by Pasco Media Relations | Mosquito Control
Pasco County residents may notice small fixed‑wing airplanes Monday evening (10/19) as supplemental aerial mosquito treatments begin in response to the region’s dengue outbreak and increased mosquito populations after recent rainfall.
When: Monday, October 19, about 6:30 p.m.–midnight; may continue Tuesday if needed.
What to expect: Fixed‑wing aircraft operated by VDCI conducting adult mosquito control. (photos attached)
Why: To reduce mosquito populations and support public health.
This effort is supported by FDACS emergency funding under Executive Order 26‑212. A treatment‑area map is attached; scheduling may shift due to weather.
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