The Luzerne Conservation District (LCD) will be conducting truck mounted ultra-low volume (ULV) mosquito control operations in Pittston City, Jenkins Township, West Pittston Borough and Hughestown Borough, Luzerne County. Residential and recreational areas will be sprayed for adult mosquitoes. The control work will begin in the evening hours on Tuesday, August 11th, 2026. Multiple mosquito samples that were collected in or near these areas tested positive for West Nile Virus. The truck mounted ULV spray will be conducted by LCD. As with any pesticide, people should minimize their exposure. If residents see a spray truck approaching, they are advised to go indoors for a few minutes while the spray dissipates. Both products biodegrade rapidly and don’t build up in the environment. Weather conditions and other unexpected events could delay or cancel this spray operation. Wednesday, August 12th and Thursday, August 13th will be used as rain dates or to continue operations if necessary.
