EEE Concerns in Baldwin County

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M50o93H7pQ09L8X1t49cHY01Z5j4TT91fGfr EEE Concerns in Baldwin County
Published: Thu, September 13, 2007 - 4:24 pm
Last Updated: Thursday, September 13, 2007 - 5:18 pm
Pat Peterson
Pat Peterson
Mosquito spraying trucks usually roll just before dark, but the trucks hit the streets before noon in Gulf Shores Thursday, one day after six-month old Dylan Chaparro died from Triple E.

"We're stepping up our spraying frequencies," says Gulf Shores Public Works Director Mark Acreman. "We're also putting out mosquito traps and placing larvicide tablets in areas of standing water, like ditches, canals and ponds."

Some daycares in Baldwin County are keeping children inside this week, following the baby's death. Playgrounds and parks are empty.

"I'm keeping my children inside," says daycare owner Sherry Duggan. "We use the bug spray on our kids when they do go outside, but all of my parents don't want their kids outside for a least a few days."

"Elderly persons and young children should use extra caution," says Acreman. "They have weakened immune systems."

The Gulf Shores Public Works Department is offering free larvicide tablets for city residents. The tablets are safe and easy to use...and can be picked up at the main office on West 36th Avenue.


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