The Northern Advocate

Precaution­s to prevent mosquitoes breeding and gathering:

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● Empty all tins, jars, bottles, buckets, plastic bags and other containers that can hold water.

● Safely overturn anything you have outside that could hold water.

● Dispose of all old tyres, and drill holes in the bottom of tyre swings.

● Fill or drain hollows in the ground that could hold water.

● Cover venting pipes on septic tanks with mosquito-proof covers.

Seal or cover rainwater tanks.

● Keep swimming pools chlorinate­d and pumps maintained.

● Empty and clean pot plant saucers and drip trays.

● Empty and clean animal and pet drinking water containers.

● Check gutters and drains are clear of standing water and blockages. Clean them out if they hold standing water.

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