Mosquito Control

The City of Omak implemented a mosquito control program in 2015.  We have a crew member who is a certified Public Health Applicator.  The City of Omak will start applying larvicide in mid April followed by the application of adulticides.  This process will begin in the south end of town where the mosquito population is high.  Our mission is to kill the mosquitoes in the first stages of life.  The pesticide application will continue through October.

How can you help?

• Empty standing water from potted plant saucers, tarps, pet bowls, swimming pool covers, buckets, toys, wading pools, and wheelbarrows.
• Make sure your roof gutters drain properly and clean clogged drains.
• Do not over-water your lawn or garden
• Fix leaky faucets and sprinklers
• Plant flowers and herbs that deter mosquitoes such as marigolds, lemon grass and geraniums. 

What Products will be applied?

The City of Omak will be applying Vectomax Rg (Bacillus sphaericus 2362, Bacillus thuringiensis subsp. Isrealensis); Vectobac GS (Bacillus thuringiensis, subsp. Israelensis);Natular XRT(Spinosad), Biomist 4+4(Permethrin, Piperonyl Butoxide), Censor(Spinosad), and Altosid SBGII(Methoprene) for mosquito control within the Omak Corporate City Limits, during the 2024 abatement season. Pesticide applications will begin, March 15^th, 2024 and continue as needed through October 31, 2024. Pesticide information and application schedules will be available online at omakcity.com. To be put on the no “Spray List” or for further information contact, City of Omak,(www.omakcity.com) 2 North Ash, Omak, WA 98841, 509-826-1170. Additional information can be obtained from Washington Department of Ecology, Aquatic Mosquito General Permit Manager.