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Pittsfield Might Resume Mosquito Spraying if West Nile Virus Risk Elevates

Mosquito spraying was discontinued in 2021 and has been a contentious issue, with the City Council taking votes against it and residents polarized.

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West Nile Isolations Could Trigger Mosquito Spraying in Pittsfield

If there is a consecutive WNV isolation in the same area, the threshold for spraying application is reached.

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Pittsfield Health Board OKs Same Mosquito Plan

Earlier this month, the board approved a mosquito control plan for 2025 that mimics the previous years' with the option to opt into adulticide mosquito spraying, if necessary.