Targeted West Nile Virus Larviciding Program begins Wednesday, June 17

The RM of West St. Paul, in partnership with the City of Winnipeg, will begin a West Nile Virus targeted Larviciding Program in the municipality on Wednesday, June 17.
 
Larviciding is the most effective and environmentally acceptable method of mosquito population reduction. Mosquito larvae are concentrated in water sites which make them the most vulnerable stage of the mosquito lifecycle.  By targeting larvae in standing water, countless numbers of mosquitoes are killed before they reach the flying adult, biting stage.

Biological larvicide VectoBac® will be applied where mosquito larvae are identified.  This larvicide can be used in populated areas, and are safe for humans and domestic animals. 

All pesticide used and procedures applied will be in accordance with federally approved label recommendations from the Pest Management Regulatory Agency, Health Canada and the recommendations set by Manitoba Environment and Climate Change.