The East Kootenay has been inundated with pesky bloodsuckers, but the City of Cranbrook said treatment work is ongoing.
High water and rain this spring has led to a boom in local mosquitos.
“We’ve been fortunate for many years where the mosquito population in Cranbrook has been quite minimal, thanks to the mosquito treatment work being done, and the weather cooperating. But Mother Nature has had other plans this year, with the cooler, wet weather across the Kootenays into southern
Alberta this spring creating the perfect conditions for a mosquito boom we haven’t seen in years,” said Chris Zettel, Corporate Communications Officer.
The city’s contractor has been conducting treatment since May and potential breeding sites will continue to be treated.
City officials said the hot weather in the forecast will help reduce the population.
Residents can do their part and check their property for any standing water.
You should check things like tires, tarps, boats, bird baths, unmaintained pools, children’s toys, pet dishes, flowerpot trays, clogged gutters, and ditches.
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