Toledo Area Sanitary Dist

Toledo Area Sanitary Dist Serving the citizens of Lucas County since 1945

They’re back!It’s officially adult deer tick season, which means it’s a good time to brush up on a few simple ways to pr...
09/29/2026

They’re back!

It’s officially adult deer tick season, which means it’s a good time to brush up on a few simple ways to protect yourself and your family from ticks.

- Keep your lawn maintained. Ticks search for hosts in short vegetation and leaf litter, so keeping your lawn trimmed and clearing away accumulated leaves can help reduce tick habitat around your home.

- Always do a tick check after being outdoors. Be thorough! Check your scalp and hairline, behind your ears, armpits, behind your knees, belly button, and anywhere else that’s warm, dark, or sheltered. Ticks like to find those hidden spots.

- Don’t forget your pets! Your furry friends can pick up ticks too, so be sure to check them after they’ve been outside.

A few minutes of prevention and a thorough tick check can go a long way toward keeping you and your family safe!

https://toledomosquito.org/ticks

Bring TASD to your classroom!Our education team can visit your classroom for a fun, hands-on lesson all about mosquitoes...
09/24/2026

Bring TASD to your classroom!
Our education team can visit your classroom for a fun, hands-on lesson all about mosquitoes, ticks, and staying safe outdoors!

Our lessons are designed to align with Ohio Learning Standards and can be customized to fit your classroom, schedule, and curriculum. Most importantly, we give students practical knowledge and simple actions they can take at home to help protect themselves, their families, and their communities.

Whether your students are curious about the science behind mosquitoes and ticks or you’re looking for an engaging way to arm them with important public health and safety tips, we’d love to visit your classroom!

Interested in scheduling a classroom visit? Contact our Education Coordinator ([email protected]) to learn more!

09/22/2026

Join us as we unbox our latest lab delivery, mosquito eggs!

Why are we ordering mosquito eggs? Because studying mosquitoes helps us better understand their development and biology, and all of that information helps inform the methods we use to control them!

09/15/2026

Tick Tip! Clean Up Wood Piles

Got a pile of sticks or yard debris sitting in the corner of your backyard? It could be creating a cozy spot for ticks, and the wildlife they rely on.

Clearing away stick piles, brush, and other yard debris can help reduce places where ticks and their hosts like to hang out.

A tidier yard can mean fewer tick-friendly hiding spots!

Learn more about tick prevention: https://toledomosquito.org/ticks

Did you spot the lies in yesterday's post? Whether you got it right or were completely fooled, the goal is always to hel...
09/11/2026

Did you spot the lies in yesterday's post?

Whether you got it right or were completely fooled, the goal is always to help you learn a little more about the mosquitoes and ticks around us.

Understanding how these tiny creatures live, behave, and spread disease can help you make better choices about protecting yourself, your family, and your pets.

Because when you know what you’re looking for, you’re better prepared to protect yourself.

How well do you really know these tiny creatures?Understanding mosquitoes and ticks, and how they behave, is an importan...
09/10/2026

How well do you really know these tiny creatures?

Understanding mosquitoes and ticks, and how they behave, is an important part of knowing how to protect yourself, your family, and your pets.

Think you can spot the lie? Take your guess, then check back for the answer tomorrow!

09/08/2026

Tick Tip! Clear the Leaf Litter

That pile of leaves in your yard could be a pretty great place for ticks to hang out.

Leaf litter and dense vegetation provide ticks with a cool, damp environment where they can stay hydrated. And it's also where many of their animal hosts like to spend time.

Clearing leaves and vegetation away from areas where you, your family, and your pets spend time can help reduce tick-friendly habitat.

Stay tuned for more Tick Tips!

Learn more about tick prevention: https://toledomosquito.org/ticks

09/01/2026

Tick Tip! Keep It Trimmed
Ticks love shady, protected areas, including tall grass and vegetation along tree lines, around sheds, and near wooded areas.

Keeping grass and vegetation trimmed—especially around the edges of your yard—can help make your outdoor spaces less inviting to ticks.

Stay tuned for more Tick Tips!

Learn more about tick prevention: https://toledomosquito.org/ticks

The best way to protect yourself from West Nile Virus and other mosquito-borne illnesses is to remember the Four D’s:DRE...
08/27/2026

The best way to protect yourself from West Nile Virus and other mosquito-borne illnesses is to remember the Four D’s:

DRESS — Wear long sleeves and pants when mosquitoes are active.
DEFEND — Use an EPA-approved insect repellent.
DUMP — Empty containers that collect water around your home.
DRAIN — Get rid of standing water where mosquitoes can breed.

We’re working year-round to monitor mosquito populations and protect Lucas County, but everyone has a role to play. Stay informed, protect yourself, and help eliminate mosquito breeding sites around your home.

Visit toledomosquito.org to view the West Nile virus-positive mosquito pool map and learn more about mosquito protection.

Did you know TASD offers services to help Lucas County residents tackle mosquito problems?From above-ground pool removal...
08/25/2026

Did you know TASD offers services to help Lucas County residents tackle mosquito problems?

From above-ground pool removal and recycling to standing water inspections and other mosquito control services, TASD offers a variety of services at no additional charge to Lucas County residents.

If you have a mosquito concern or think your property may be contributing to mosquito breeding, you can request a service and our team will determine how we can help.

Learn more about available services and submit a request at https://toledomosquito.org/tasd-services

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5015 Stickney Avenue
Toledo, OH
43612

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Monday 8am - 4:15pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:15pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:15pm
Thursday 8am - 4:15pm
Friday 8am - 4:15pm

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