Planned populations of flood water mosquitoes will be addressed by aerial operations in several Iberia Parish locations this week, according to the Iberia Parish Mosquito Abatement District.

Operations began Tuesday in Avery Island and will continue Thursday in Delcambre and Jefferson Island Road, Railroad Road and Poufette.

Saturday operations will comprise Lydia, Rynella, Bayou Jack and Duboin. On Monday, weather permitting, operations will continue at Bull Island, Leleux and Miguez. Finally, Tuesday operations will be in Hubertville and Jeanerette.

Operations will begin each evening near sundown and last approximately one and a half hours. During this period, only hypersensitive individuals or persons that wish to avoid all exposure to chemicals in the designated spray area should refrain from outdoor activities. Other residents can proceed with normal outdoor activities.

Residents in the area may notice a low flying aircraft. If the aircraft is overhead do not attempt to follow the path of the aircraft, as it will be traveling quickly and be out of the area in a brief period.

For any questions or mosquito related problems, contact IPMAD at (337) 365-4933.

You can also visit the website at www.iberiaparishgovernment.com and click on “Mosquito Control” or like them on Facebook for the latest information.

For more information about West Nile Virus, other mosquito – borne diseases and pesticides for mosquito control please visit www.cdc.gov and www.epa.gov.