BROWARD COUNTY, FL - The Mosquito Control Section will conduct larvicide spraying in an area of Fort Lauderdale, from Wednesday, October 14 through Wednesday, October 21, 2026, barring unforeseen circumstances or weather delays (see attached map). Truck-mounted sprayers will apply larvicide between 10 PM and 6 AM as a proactive measure to kill the larvae of the Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus mosquitoes, known to potentially spread diseases such as dengue, yellow fever, and chikungunya. The larvae of these mosquitoes can be found in small amounts of water retained in containers and in water-holding plants like bromeliads and traveler's palms, which are common in local landscaping.

The larvicide, VectoBac WDG, does not harm humans, pets, bees, aquatic habitats, or environmentally sensitive areas. The active ingredient is Bacillus thuringiensis israelensis (Bti, strain AM6552), a naturally occurring, biodegradable bacterial mosquito larvicide. It is certified by the Organic Materials Review Institute and is registered for use by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. In addition, VectoBac WDG has been reviewed by the World Health Organization and is listed as a recommended formulation for the control of mosquito larvae. 

This project will take place in District 8, represented by Vice Mayor Robert McKinzie. The Broward County Mosquito Control Section continues to partner with the Florida Department of Health and Code Enforcement agencies across Broward's 31 municipalities to reduce the population of mosquitoes and their habitats.

Residents and business owners are encouraged to help reduce mosquito breeding habitats by regularly inspecting their property and removing standing water found in buckets, tires, planters, birdbaths, and fountains. Reducing these breeding habitats helps decrease the number of adult mosquitoes that may transmit diseases.

Residents experiencing mosquito problems can request service by calling 311 or by completing the online Mosquito Service Request Form.

About Highway and Bridge Maintenance Division

Highway and Bridge Maintenance Division is responsible for the maintenance and construction of County road and highway projects, curbs and gutters, guardrails, rights-of-way, sidewalks, stormwater systems, streets, swales, trees, and mosquito control. During regular business hours, call 954-357-6040 for more information.

*Highway and Bridge Maintenance Division is a service of the Broward County Board of County Commissioners.

October 12, 2026