mosquitoes

If you aren’t a fan of mosquitoes– or cockroaches, rodents or rattlesnakes– things are about to get a whole lot less pleasant. Here’s why climate change is keeping pest management professionals busy across the U.S.

As temperatures in Southern California continue to rise, West Nile virus cases are expected to increase. Here’s what to know: The “West Nile Virus” was first identified in the sub-region of Uganda called The West Nile. The virus runs during mosquito season, which takes place from summer through fall. It is present within all states of the continental U.S....

It’s mosquito season again! Here are some things to know about the most common mosquito-borne disease and how to protect yourself.

A biotech firm this week got the green light from U.S. regulators to release over 2 million genetically modified mosquitoes in Florida and California as part of an expanded effort to combat transmission of diseases like Zika, dengue fever and canine heartworm.

In a paper published Friday in the journal Nature Communications, one research team examined mosquito vision, finding in a series of experiments that the insects were attracted to certain colors, including red and orange.

Mosquitoes are invading SoCal by the millions and can carry dangerous viruses like Zika. Experts are now looking to a new method to get rid of them. Joel Grover reports for the NBC4 I-Team.

Southern Californians are being attacked by what officials say could be a record number of blood-sucking Aedes mosquitoes, also known as “ankle biters.”

The first batch of mosquitoes infected with West Nile virus in Orange County this year have been found in Fullerton, officials said Friday.

Mosquitoes infected with West Nile virus were discovered in the east Coachella Valley community of Mecca, officials announced Thursday.

If you’ve seen more bugs around your home, you’re not alone – the pest problem is getting worse. Kim Baldonado reports on how to keep insects at bay for NBC4 on July 13, 2021.

A vector control official reminded people on Friday to take precautions when outside this holiday weekend to protect against West Nile virus (WNV), the most common mosquito-borne disease that affects residents in Los Angeles County.

Mosquitoes aren’t just annoying – they can spread diseases like yellow fever and West Nile virus. Orange County is spraying to kill off the pests while they’re still larvae, to nip the problem in the bud. Vikki Vargas reports for NBC4 on June 29, 2021.

A campaign intended to encourage Los Angeles County residents to make mosquito control a part of their daily routine began Monday.

The first indication this year of West Nile virus circulating in Los Angeles County was detected in a dead crow collected in South Pasadena, the San Gabriel Valley Mosquito & Vector Control District announced Monday.

One of Hollywood’s most iconic venues reopens after being shut down for a year due to the COVID pandemic. Kim Baldonado reports for the NBC4 News on Thursday, May 6, 2021.

Vector control workers are out and about trying to cut down on mass infestations. Jonathan Gonzalez reports for the NBC4 News on Thursday, May 6, 2021.

It’s that time of year again: it’s time for swimming, basking in the sun, and of course, fending off annoying bites from mosquitoes. Here’s what you need to know