UF/IFAS publishes Spanish-language mosquito prevention guidance
UF/IFAS Extension’s October 26 article outlines household steps to reduce mosquito breeding and bites for Florida residents.
What the record says
UF/IFAS Extension St. Lucie County published Spanish-language guidance on October 26 for Florida residents seeking to reduce mosquito breeding and bites. The article by Sara MacDonald advises inspecting yards for small collections of standing water, including plant saucers, buckets, bird baths and clogged gutters. It recommends emptying or removing water-holding objects where possible and using screens and other personal protection. It also discusses EPA-registered repellents and emphasizes following product labels. The guidance is relevant beyond the county because it addresses household mosquito prevention across Florida.
Source details and supporting locations.
Practical next step
Read the Extension guidance and inspect household containers that can hold standing water.
Limits and what is not established
This report describes Extension guidance, not a newly verified outbreak or county-specific disease alert. Disease case counts cited in the article have not been independently refreshed here and are not repeated. Product use must follow its label.
Sources checked October 27, 2026. Later notices may change instructions or arrangements.
Original sources
UF/IFAS Extension St. Lucie County: original information