Politics & Government
Horsham To Be Sprayed For West Nile Virus
Horsham will be sprayed to help control the spread of West Nile Virus, which two people recently contracted in Montgomery County.
HORSHAM, PA — Horsham will be sprayed to help control the spread of West Nile Virus, which two people recently contracted in Montgomery County.
The spraying will take place on Wednesday, Sept 5 from 8:15 p.m. to midnight.
The area within the yellow highlights on the image above will be sprayed.
Find out what's happening in Hatboro-Horshamfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
>>2 Humans Diagnosed With West Nile Virus In Montgomery County
The Montgomery County Health Department said that the virus - and mosquito populations - have a stronger presence in the area this year than it has in previous years.
Find out what's happening in Hatboro-Horshamfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
A rain date has been set for Sept. 12.
Workers will use Duet duel-action adulticide, launched from a truck-mounted spray.
Officials say that residents "should consider" staying inside while the spraying is occurring, and turning off any ventilation systems that draw in outside air.
Image via Montgomery County Health Department
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