Mosquito Control

Most mosquitoes in Ridgeland breed and lay their eggs in standing water on private property. In order to protect you and your family from mosquito bites and potentially contracting West Nile Virus, you will need to do a little preventive maintenance. Emptying containers and other sources of standing water at least once a week will make a big difference in the number of mosquitoes around your home.

Some of the more common mosquito breeding grounds include: gutters, low-lying areas, ornamental pools, bird baths, lawn ornaments, wheelbarrows, boats, empty plant pots and saucers, and tarps.

It is impossible to eradicate all mosquitos, but the City contracts with a contractor to help manage the mosquito population in Ridgeland. For more information on mosquito control in Ridgeland please visit https://www.vdci.net/ridgeland-mississippi-mosquito-management/. Here you can view spray schedules, mosquito spray maps, local mosquito data, and request spray services.

For other mosquito control resources and for information on preventing West Nile Virus, visit the Mississippi Department of Health website at www.healthyms.com.

For more information about Environmental Programs, contact Public Works at 601.853.2027.