Tag: mosquitos

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Deadly Mosquito-Borne Horse Disease Reported In Berkeley County

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–A serious horse disease carried by mosquitos has spread to Berkeley County, making it essential that horse owners have their animals vaccinated, according to officials with Clemson University Livestock-Poultry Health. Recent cases of Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) have moved beyond the coast to the Midlands and the Upstate, said State Veterinarian and Livestock-Poultry Health Director Boyd Parr. “One […]

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Mosquito Abatement To Spray By Aircraft In Southern Berkeley County On Friday

MONCKS CORNER, SC – Berkeley County Mosquito Abatement announced this afternoon that they will be spraying, by aircraft, on Friday, July 8, 2016 from 6:15AM to 9:15AM in Southern Berkeley County. The specific areas being sprayed include over Daniel Island, Thomas Island, areas adjacent to Clements Ferry Road and the dredge disposal sites along Clouter Creek and Yellow House.    If […]

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Berkeley Co. mosquito spraying resumes

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–The warmer temperatures we are enjoying, combined with the recent rains have led to an increase in mosquito populations. Berkeley County Mosquito Abatement personnel have been inspecting and treating mosquito breeding sites for several months and have now commenced adult mosquito control spraying. “We strongly encourage all horse owners to contact their veterinarian and have their horses vaccinated […]