Recent rain brings return of mosquitoes

With recent rains following a drought, mosquito populations are projected to rise, prompting experts to issue warnings. UNC professor Ross Boyce explains that moisture and standing water are essential for mosquito breeding, and typically, a two-week delay occurs before new mosquitoes emerge. He advises using permethrin-treated clothing and keeping fans around to mitigate bites.
Posted 7/8/2026, 9:46:50 PM