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HAVERFORD TOWNSHIP, PA — Sections of Haverford Township will be treated with an anti-mosquito spray Thursday night, according to the Delaware County Health Department.

Officials said the spraying will take place at about 7:45 p.m. Thursday.

Spraying is expected to be complete by 11 p.m. if weather and environmental conditions remain suitable for the operation.

In the event of weather or other unexpected delays, a rain date is scheduled for Tuesday.

Below is the treatment area:

West Nile virus is a mosquito borne disease that can cause encephalitis, a brain inflammation, and is typically spread by the bite of a mosquito.

Many people who are infected with West Nile Virus do not develop symptoms, however, one in five people infected will develop flu-like symptoms and fever.

Unexplained headaches, weakness, and fatigue are symptoms of West Nile virus, and those who experience these symptoms should reach out to their primary care provider.

The Delaware County Health Department will perform the treatment using truck-mounted spraying equipment.

The product used will be Duet Dual Action adulticide, applied at a rate of 0.66 ounces per acre, designed to provide quick and effective control of adult mosquitoes.

For resident safety and information, the business license ‘BU13865’ will be visible on department equipment.

Individuals are encouraged to take personal protection measures to avoid getting bitten by mosquitoes.

To protect themselves and to help prevent the spread of West Nile virus, residents are also encouraged to remember the "Three D's:"

DRAIN - Buckets, flowerpots, pet water dishes, clogged rain gutters, and other sources of standing water outside your home

DRESS - Wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants when you are outdoors, weather permitting

DEFEND - Wear insect repellent with DEET, Picaridin, or Oil of Lemon Eucalyptus on exposed skin when outdoors