Event Brief
UPDATED Oct 21, 2026 at 10:20 AM ET
Oct 20, 2026 at 6:20 PM ET
Helicopters to spray mosquito larvicide in Pinellas
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Pinellas County plans to use Lee County Mosquito Control helicopters to spray a bacteria-based larvicide over parts of St. Petersburg and Clearwater as dengue cases climb. Flights could begin as soon as this week, pending FAA clearance and suitable weather, and are expected between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m.
WHO: Pinellas County Mosquito Control and Lee County Mosquito Control
WHAT: Pinellas County plans its first aerial larvicide operation, using helicopters over parts of St. Petersburg and Clearwater.
WHEN: Reported Oct 21, 2026 at 9:11 AM ET
WHERE: St. Petersburg and Clearwater, Pinellas County, Florida
WHY: The aerial operation is intended to help control mosquitoes as dengue cases climb.
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