SOURCE REDUCTION
CLEARING AWAY THE HABITAT
It can be simply a matter of clearing away breeding sites to remove a mosquito problem. Some habitats are more challenging than others to tackle. We can give you advice specific to your location, whether it is a large farm pond or a pile of old tyres
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TYRED
SORTING THE PROBLEM
Tyres used for fencing were breeding Aedes aegypti. Removal of the tyres and replacing with conventional fencing eliminated the risk.
PROJECT
SPARE TYRE
TYRED OF NEW DISEASES?
Aedes albopictus has spread largely due to the used Tyre trade (Kmudsen et al 1996), The Aedes aegypti mosquito is the main vector that transmits the viruses that cause dengue. Eggs can lay dormant until conditions are perfect for hatch. Reducing source habitat can make a significant impact on the risk of disease