Question: How can I learn about mosquito-borne illness?

Answer: See Below

Follow These Steps
To Prevent Mosquitoes
From Breeding

Mosquitoes need water to breed. They can develop into adults in as little as a week. Make sure that items like those below don’t collect water, or that you clean them out once a week.

Containers - Turn over or cover unused flower pots, buckets, garbage cans, and wheelbarrows.

Gutters- Remove leaves and other debris that can clog gutters and trap water.

Pools - Cover unused swimming pools and turn over kiddie pools when not in use. Be sure to keep swimming pool covers clear of leaves and water.

Old Tires - Cover or dispose of them. They are one of mosquitoes’ favorite places to breed.  

For more information, call the Somerville Board of Health 
at 617-625-6600 extension 4300 or web site: http://www.ci.Somerville.ma.us