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Union County Works To Manage Mosquitoes, Plans Spraying In Clark

Crews are scheduled to treat several neighborhoods Thursday evening between 6 and 11 p.m., weather permitting.

CLARK, NJ — Union County mosquito control crews are scheduled to carry out spraying in parts of Clark on Thursday evening as part of the county’s ongoing summer mosquito management program.

According to township officials, the work will take place in several neighborhoods, including Riverside Drive, Miller Avenue, and the King Street area. Spraying is planned between 6 p.m. and 11 p.m., weather permitting.

Officials said the effort is part of a routine program that runs during warmer months to help reduce mosquito populations and support public health efforts across the county.

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Residents in the affected areas may notice trucks and activity in their neighborhoods while crews are working in the evening hours.

Officials also encourage residents to take steps around their homes to help limit mosquito breeding, including removing standing water from items such as birdbaths, flower pot saucers, buckets, toys, and clogged gutters.

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Questions about the spraying can be directed to the Union County Office of Mosquito Control at 908-654-9834 or 908-654-9835.

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