NEW
YORK CITY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
AND MENTAL HYGIENE
Michelle Morse, MD, MPH
Acting Commissioner
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Thursday, August 28, 2025
HEALTH DEPARTMENT TO SPRAY FOR ADULT MOSQUITOES IN PARTS OF BROOKLYN AND QUEENS TO REDUCE RISK OF WEST NILE VIRUS
Trucks Will Spray Pesticide In Parts Of Brooklyn and Queens On The Nights Of September 2 and 4, 2025, Weather Permitting
NEW YORK — To reduce mosquito activity and the risk of West Nile virus, the Health Department will conduct adulticide treatments in Brooklyn and Queens.
Trucks will spray pesticides in sections of Queens beginning Tuesday, September 2, 2025, between the hours of 8:30 P.M. and 6:00 A.M. the following morning, weather permitting. In case of bad weather, application in Queens will be delayed until Wednesday, September 3, 2025, between the hours of 8:30 P.M. and 6:00 A.M. the following morning, weather permitting.
Trucks will spray pesticides in sections of Brooklyn beginning Thursday, September 4, 2025, between the hours of 8:30 P.M. and 6:00 A.M. the following morning, weather permitting. In case of bad weather, application Brooklyn will be delayed until Monday, September 8, 2025, between the hours of 8:30 P.M. and 6:00 A.M. the following morning, weather permitting.
The Health Department will use very low concentrations of Anvil®, Duet®, or MERUS® 3. The risks of pesticides applied by the Health Department for mosquito control are low to people and pets. Some people who are sensitive to spray ingredients may experience short-term eye or throat irritation, or a rash. People with respiratory conditions may also be affected.
To stay safe during spraying
- Stay indoors, whenever possible.
- Air conditioners can remain on. While unnecessary, you may wish to close air conditioner vents or choose the recirculate function.
After spraying
- Wash skin and clothing exposed to pesticides with soap and water.
- Always wash fruits and vegetables with water. The most effective way to control mosquitoes is to eliminate any standing water. New Yorkers are also encouraged to mosquito-proof their homes and take precautions when spending time outdoors.
Reducing exposure to mosquitoes
- Use an approved insect repellent containing DEET, picaridin, oil of lemon eucalyptus (not for children under 3), or products that contain the active ingredient IR3535.
- Make sure windows have screens. Repair or replace screens that have tears or holes.
- Eliminate any standing water from your property and dispose of containers that can collect water. Standing water is a violation of the New York City Health Code.
- Make sure roof gutters are clean and draining properly.
- Clean and chlorinate swimming pools, outdoor saunas and hot tubs. Keep them empty or covered if not in use. Drain water that collects in pool covers.
Report standing water by calling 311 or visiting nyc.gov/health/wnv. For more information about West Nile virus, call 311 or visit nyc.gov.
Locations of truck spraying in Queens for Tuesday, September 2, 2025
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Borough |
Boundaries |
Zip Codes |
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Queens |
Parts of Cypress Hills, Elmhurst, Forest Hills, Forest Park, Fresh Pond, Glendale, Kew Gardens. Hunters Point, Long Island City, Maspeth, Middle Village, Ozone Park, Rego Park, Richmond Hill, Ridgewood, South Richmond Hill, Sunnyside, Woodhaven and Woodside. |
Bordered by Dutch Kills to the West; 47 Avenue, 51 Street, Queens Boulevard, 69 Street, Long Island Expressway, Queens Boulevard, 63 Drive, Woodhaven, Boulevard, Metropolitan Avenue, 71 Avenue and Queens Boulevard to the North; Van Wyck Expressway, Jamaica Avenue, and 107 Street to the East; Atlantic Avenue, Woodhaven Boulevard, Jamaica Avenue, Forest Parkway, Forest Park Drive, Jackie Robinson Parkway, Cypress Hills Street, Fresh Pond Road, 59 Drive, Rust Street, Grand Avenue and Newtown Creek to the South. |
Parts of 11101, 11104, 11374, 11375, 11377, 11378, 11379, 11385, 11415, 11418 & 11421. |
Locations of truck spraying in Brooklyn for Thursday, September 4, 2025
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Brooklyn |
Parts of Boerum Hill, Borough Park, Crown Heights, East Flatbush, Flatbush, Greenwood Heights, Kensington, Little Caribbean, Little Haiti, Park Slope, Prospect Heights, Prospect Lefferts Gardens, Prospect Park South, South Slope, Sunset Park and Windsor Terrace. |
Bordered by Gowanus Expressway and 3 Avenue to the West; Atlantic Avenue, Franklin Avenue and Empire Boulevard to the North; Albany Avenue to the East; Church Avenue, Dahill Road, 18 Avenue and 50 Street to the South. |
Parts of 11203, 11204, 11215, 11217, 11218, 11219, 11220, 11225, 11226, 11232 and 11238. |
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