Placer Mosquito & Vector Control District

Placer Mosquito & Vector Control District Effectively and efficiently managing vectors and vector-borne disease risk to protect public health and quality of life in Placer County.

06/05/2026

So you’ve called and reported a dead bird. But what’s next? 🐦

✔️ Technician collects and delivers the bird to our lab
✔️ The bird is documented and frozen for preparation
✔️ Tissue samples are processed
✔️ Test data is examined
✔️ Findings are reported

🤝 Help us help you. Reporting dead birds supports our efforts in detecting West Nile virus early and keeping our community safe. 🏡

06/04/2026

Know all the buzz this summer 🦟☀️

Subscribe to Placer Mosquito and Vector Control District email updates for:

✔️ District news
✔️ Mosquito treatment notifications
✔️ Invasive species information

We use aerial and ground-based treatments as part of our integrated vector management program to help protect public health across Placer County. Notifications are sent as soon as possible, and schedules may change due to weather or other conditions.

Stay informed and stay protected. Sign up today. 📬 Link in bio.

Catch basins are everywhere you look, from busy roads to neighborhood streets. Ever wonder what may be down there? 👀 🌧️ ...
06/03/2026

Catch basins are everywhere you look, from busy roads to neighborhood streets. Ever wonder what may be down there? 👀

🌧️ They collect and drain water, but did you know they can also create the perfect environment for mosquitoes to breed?

Our technicians are on it! They travel all over Placer County, inspecting and treating catch basins for mosquito larvae. 🦟

This season, their efforts resulted in an impressive 8,205 inspections and 5,879 treatments. So the next time you pass a catch basin, know that our team may have already been there, working behind the scenes to keep mosquitoes in check and lowering the risk for vector-borne diseases. 🛡️

🦠🌿 As May comes to an end, we’re wrapping up Lyme Disease Awareness Month 💚While learning about the risks, symptoms, and...
05/29/2026

🦠🌿 As May comes to an end, we’re wrapping up Lyme Disease Awareness Month 💚

While learning about the risks, symptoms, and prevention of Lyme disease is important year-round, we hope you learned something new from our educational posts this month! 🥾🕷️🔎

Some quick facts:

👉 Lyme disease is an illness caused by Borrelia bacteria.

👉 Not all ticks carry Lyme disease. In Placer County, Ixodes pacificus (Western black-legged) ticks are the primary known vector of Lyme disease.

👉 Early detection and treatment are the most effective ways to help minimize the long-term effects of Lyme disease.

👉 Wearing long sleeves and pants, using EPA-registered insect repellents, and avoiding tall grasses and brushy areas are some of the best ways to protect yourself while outside.

Awareness, prevention, and early action all play an important role in staying safe outdoors!

05/28/2026

☂️ It may almost be summer, but the rain returned for a brief encore.

🌧️ These unusual showers in Placer County create the perfect opportunity for pesky mosquitoes to lay their eggs in freshly filled containers. A friendly reminder to dump and drain standing water after the rain to help reduce mosquito breeding. Let’s not give these mosquitoes a chance. 🏡💧

Have you seen any dead birds around lately? If you find one, be sure to call the CA Department of Public Health hotline ...
05/26/2026

Have you seen any dead birds around lately?

If you find one, be sure to call the CA Department of Public Health hotline at 1-877-968-2473 ☎️ or visit westnile.ca.gov 🌐

🦟 West Nile virus (WNV) circulates in the environment between mosquitoes and birds. Mosquitoes become infected when they feed on infected birds. Infected mosquitoes can then spread WNV to people and other animals through their bites. Humans are considered "dead-end hosts" in the WNV transmission cycle, meaning they do not spread the virus to other people or mosquitoes.

📢 By reporting dead birds, you can help us identify and track WNV activity early, which is essential for protecting public health in our community.

A friendly reminder that our office will be closed Monday in observance of Memorial Day.As you enjoy the holiday weekend...
05/22/2026

A friendly reminder that our office will be closed Monday in observance of Memorial Day.

As you enjoy the holiday weekend outdoors, remember to protect yourself from mosquitoes by taking a few simple steps: 🦟☀️

✔️ Wear EPA-registered insect repellent
✔️ Wear long sleeves and pants when possible
✔️ Make sure window and door screens are in good condition

Wishing everyone a safe and relaxing Memorial Day weekend! 🇺🇸

📢 New staff alert!Now that we’re heading into mosquito season, our operations are ramping up, and three seasonal vector ...
05/21/2026

📢 New staff alert!

Now that we’re heading into mosquito season, our operations are ramping up, and three seasonal vector control technicians have come to the rescue 🚨☀️

Please welcome Madison, Daniel, and Ryan to the team!

📍 Madison will be working at our Tahoe Basin substation, while Daniel and Ryan will be at headquarters in Roseville.

Having extra staff during the busy summer months is critical to helping us respond to public service requests and ensuring residents stay protected, prepared, and informed all summer long! 🦟 🌿

Now that we all know just how tiny ticks can be 👀🕷️, it’s no wonder these sneaky little critters can hitch a ride on you...
05/19/2026

Now that we all know just how tiny ticks can be 👀🕷️, it’s no wonder these sneaky little critters can hitch a ride on your favorite trail buddy 🐶🥾

If you’ve been out enjoying Placer County trails recently, chances are you’ve come across a few ticks. Off-leash dogs can easily pick them up in tall grass and brushy areas 🌿

It’s important to remember dogs can get Lyme disease too 🐾 While some dogs may not show symptoms, others can develop serious complications, including kidney problems.

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2021 Opportunity Drive
Roseville, CA
95678

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Monday 7am - 3:30pm
Tuesday 7am - 3:30pm
Wednesday 7am - 3:30pm
Thursday 7am - 3:30pm
Friday 7am - 3:30pm

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+19163805444

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