West Nile fogging set for San Jose, Milpitas

Chemical treatments are scheduled for late Wednesday night

MILPITAS — Fogging treatments are scheduled in parts of Milpitas and San Jose this week after adult mosquitoes tested positive for West Nile virus.

Weather permitting, the ground fogging operations are scheduled for 11 p.m. on Wednesday and will conclude a few hours later the next day, at about 2 a.m.

Vector Control began distributing door hangers to residents in the affected neighborhoods on Saturday. Notice is being sent directly to those residents in the affected area through AlertSCC and Nextdoor neighborhood networks.

General notice also is being provided on various social media platforms used by the SCCvcd including Yahoo Groups (SCCvector), Twitter (SCCvcd) and the SCCvector app.

On Wednesday and Thursday, vector control staff will answer questions via a dedicated phone line/ voicemail, 800-314-2427, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Questions can also be submitted by email to vectorinfo@ deh.sccgov.org.

The fogging will be centered at South Park Victoria Drive and Yellowstone Avenue and bordered by East Calaveras Boulevard to the north, Piedmont Road to the east, Cropley Avenue to the south and East Capitol Avenue, South Milpitas Boulevard, Gibraltar Drive and South Hillview Drive to the west.

During the fogging operation, there is no need to relocate, according to officials. However, those who want to minimize exposure for family or pets may wish to close windows and remain inside during the fogging period, which is typically three hours in duration. Individuals who have chemical sensitivities may want to consult their physicians.

Contact the Vector Control District if you are being bothered by mosquitoes or know of a potential mosquito-breeding source. For free assistance with mosquito control, or other vectors, residents can contact the district office by calling 408-918-4770 or fill out a service request online at SCCvector.org.