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West Nile Virus Preparedness
Disaster Information

If you are experiencing an emergency and need immediate assistance,
Dial 9-1-1.

The Disaster Information contained here is comprised of informational articles and website links pertaining to various potiental disaster situations. This information is useful for emergency preparedness purposes. The Disaster Information provided here is not to be used in place of emergency, legal, or medical assistance. If you need emergency, legal, or medical aid, please contact the appropriate professionals.

Family Preparedness - How to create a generalized family disaster plan.

West Nile Virus Information Sources:

• Idaho Department of Health and Welfare's web site at: http://www.healthandwelfare.idaho.gov/site/4278/default.aspx
• Center for Disease Control’s West Nile Virus web site at: http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dvbid/westnile/

Fight the Bite Poster

Mosquito Control Information

Precautions to avoid mosquito bites include:

• Minimize time outdoors at dusk and dawn
• Be sure door and window screens are tight fitting and in good repair
• Wear shoes, socks, long pants, and long-sleeved shirts. Clothing material should be tightly woven
• Use mosquito netting when sleeping outdoors
• Consider using mosquito repellent when it is necessary to be outdoors and always use them according to label instructions
• When using DEET (the most widely used insect repellent) on children, use a product containing less than 10% DEET and wash treated skin after returning indoors

Measures to reduce mosquitoes around the home include:

• Dispose of water-holding containers, such as ceramic pots, used tires, tire swings
• Drill holes in the bottom of containers such as those used for recycling
• Clean clogged roof gutters
• Turn over objects that may trap water when not in use, such as wading pools and wheelbarrows
• Change water in bird baths on a weekly basis
• Clean and chlorinate swimming pools, and when not in use, use a pool cover
• Use landscaping techniques to eliminate areas where water can collect on your property

Contact Your Mosquito Abatement District

Call the 2-1-1 Idaho CareLine by dialing 2-1-1 or 1-800-926-2588 to get the contact information for your local Mosquito Abatement District (MAD).