Mosquitoes
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Mosquitoes buzzing in Winnipeg, city crews itching to be rid of them'The same conditions that breed thunderstorms breed mosquitoes. We did see a great spike over the weekend of up to 800 in some of the traps. (The) citywide average is about 130.'Weather5 hours
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After a June filled with rain, mosquitoes are on the horizon for ReginaOver the last month, Regina has seen its fair share of rainfall, leaving pools of standing water across the city – prime conditions for mosquito larvae to emerge.CanadaJun 25
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Bird found dead in Peterborough region tests positive for West Nile virusThe health unit says in 2023, no mosquitoes found tested positive for West Nile virus, however, there were confirmed human cases of the virus in Ontario.HealthMay 30
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Lethbridge dives into mosquito mitigation programDespite a soggy spring setting the stage for a potential mosquito boom, the City of Lethbridge is aiming to combat a potential mosquito uprising before it takes flight.EnvironmentMay 28
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What a Winnipeg bug expert is predicting for mosquito seasonA Winnipeg bug expert doesn't anticipate increased mosquito activity this summer. Entomologist, Taz Stuart points to dry ground conditions in the province the past several years.WeatherMay 27
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Edmonton experiences ‘banner month’ when it comes to mosquitoesSo far, it's been a "banner month" for mosquitoes in the city, said Mike Jenkins, senior scientist with the City of Edmonton's pest management laboratory.WeatherMay 23
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Winnipeg starts mosquito program, continues drone pilot projectAlthough mosquitoes breed and hatch in standing water, crews don't have to wait for more rain to start applying the larvicide.CanadaApr 30
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Drought-resistant mosquito brings earlier possibility of West Nile virus to AlbertaUsually, dry conditions mean fewer mosquitos, but this year some experts predict trouble from a new breed of mosquito that is a carrier of West Nile virus.WeatherApr 15
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Dry conditions mean a slow start to mosquito season in EdmontonAs Edmontonians have come to learn year in and year out, everything could change depending on how much precipitation the city gets.CanadaApr 10
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Planning a winter escape? Experts caution rise of dengue fever in warm climatesThe virus spread through mosquitos, and while it’s often not serious, doctors say cases are increasing around the world, especially in the southern U.S.HealthJan 9
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