Western regions of Slovakia are struggling with a plague of mosquitoes after the flood – they are multiplying massively. A helicopter was sent to the flooded areas, from which a special insecticide was sprayed.
On Wednesday, Bratislava authorities sent a helicopter to the area around Devinska Nova Ves, located at the confluence of the Morava and Danube rivers, to help combat insect larvae. For several hours, a special biological insecticide BTI was sprayed over the stagnant water in the area. It is safe for people, pets and beneficial insects.
Flooding, combined with still higher than usual temperatures, is promoting the mass breeding of annoying mosquitoes.
Pasture troubles (lat. Aedes vexans) can fly several dozen kilometers and also plague further areas of flooded areas. According to experts, these mosquitoes, which develop in flooded areas, can carry parasitic nematodes of the genus Dirofilaria on pets, which can result in the death of the animal. Dogs are particularly at risk.
Pasture mite (Latin: Aedes vexans) – illustrative photoShutterstock
Mosquito spraying
The Bratislava authorities are constantly monitoring areas where mosquitoes breed and decisions are made on the use of insecticides on an ongoing basis. BTI cannot be used over protected areas and reservoirs that serve as a reservoir for drinking water.
The capital of Slovakia does not use chemicals to combat mosquitoes that may pose a health risk.
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