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Posted on Thursday 14th of October, 2021,
Due to recent rainfall and flooding, and the predicted wetter than average summer, Greater Shepparton City Council is reminding residents and visitors to continue using protective measures to avoid being bitten by mosquitoes.
Council is encouraging residents to be vigilant and take care when outside to minimise exposure to mosquito bites and the risk of disease.
“One of the simplest ways to do this is to wear loose fitting clothing and/or apply insect repellent,” Manager Environment Sharon Terry said.
Measures to protect your family and yourself from mosquitoes include:
For more information about how to keep yourself and your family safe from mosquitoes, visit Council’s mosquito control program page.
Further information is available on the Better Health website
Photo by Jimmy Chan
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