On Friday, KPRC 2′s Re’Chelle Turner spent time speaking withDr. Max Vigilant, who serves as the Director for the Mosquito and Vector Control. Dr. Vigilant said that the rise in mosquitoes in Houston is directly related to the standing floodwaters that Beryl left behind.
Here are some tips to protect yourself from mosquitoes:
Use insect repellent: Make sure you use an insect repellent that is EPA approved.
Wear protective clothing: When possible, wear long-sleeved shirts, long pants, and socks to cover exposed skin.
Eliminate standing water: Mosquitoes breed in stagnant water. Regularly empty or treat containers that collect water, such as birdbaths, flowerpots, and gutters.
Michael is a Kingwood native who loves visiting local restaurants and overreacting to Houston sports. He earned his BA from Texas A&M University in 2022 and his MA from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2023. Michael is a credentialed media member for the Houston Rockets.