PIQUA — The City of Piqua says mosquito fogging will take place after a mosquito tested positive for West Nile Virus near a park.
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As previously reported, a mosquito tested positive for the virus near Goodrich Giles Park.
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The city has contracted with Bug A Boo to conduct mosquito fogging throughout the city at approximately 8:30 p.m. on Aug. 17, Aug. 31, and Sept. 14.
“The treatment is intended to help reduce the mosquito population and minimize the potential for disease transmission,” the city said in a release.
Two trucks will treat the entire city, as well as along the bike trail.
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