City sprays to control anticipated mosquito explosion

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This 2005 photograph depicts a female Aedes aegypti mosquito, which is the primary vector for the spread of Dengue fever. The virus that causes Dengue is maintained in the mosquito?s life cycle, and involves humans, to whom the virus is transmitted when bitten. The female mosquito pictured here, was shown as she was obtaining a blood meal by inserting the feeding stylet through the skin, and into a blood vessel. Blood can be seen being drawn up through the stylet, and into the mosquito?s mouth.

By Steve Ramos

The 7 inches of rain that have fallen over Dumas so far in May have nourished the growth of vegetation, creating a lushness not seen in the area for several years, thanks to a tenacious, record-breaking drought. But it has also created a haven for mosquitoes, prompting the city of ...

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