With summer just around the corner, prepare to be attacked by some of the deadliest creatures on Earth as they make a comeback searching for a juicy meal.
September is peak season for West Nile Virus in New Jersey and the State Department of Health is urging residents to protect themselves against infected mosquitoes.
There is growing concern about another bumper crop of the insects this summer, which could increase the risk of West Nile virus and Eastern equine encephalitis.
The Atlantic County Office of Mosquito Control has scheduled two ground sprays for portions of Brigantine and Northfield as part of the county’s ongoing efforts to control adult mosquitoes and reduce the spread of mosquito-borne illness.