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El Dorado County West Slope Vector Control

The mosquito control program on the west slope has been designated as a seasonal program with mosquito control services provided between May 1st and October 31st. Please contact the west slope office at (530) 621-5300 to report abandoned swimming pools, mosquito problems, possible breeding sources, and arrange to get mosquito fish. There is no charge for these services.

The West Nile Virus hotline will continue to take reports of dead birds and squirrels. State of California Hotline 1-877-968-2473 West Nile Virus Hotline: In Placerville: 530-642-4WNV (4968) In South Lake Tahoe: 530-573-3405 In El Dorado Hills: 916-985-WNV0 (9680)

Vector Control IssuesMosquito 

Western Tree Hole Mosquito

More Than Just a Nuisance.. Biting Insects Can Impact

Mosquito Fish

Lyme Disease and Ticks

Vermin Handouts

Control of Vermin [.pdf]
En Español: Control De Plagas En Viviendas [.pdf]

How Best to Avoid West Nile Virus... Follow the Four (4) D's:

1. Drain the water. Eliminate all sources of standing water that can support mosquito breeding.

2. Avoid going out during dusk and dawn. Mosquitoes are active during these times. They are especially active for two hours after sunset.

3. Dress appropriately. Wear long sleeves and long pants. Also make sure that doors and windows have tight fitting screens. Repair or replace screens that have tears or holes.

4. Wear a good repellant that has DEET in it. Apply according to directions.