Johnson County, Indiana

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Insect & Rodent Control Frequently Asked Questions

In cooperation with the Johnson County Commissioners and the Marion County Health & Hospital Corporation, the Johnson County Health Department provides mosquito control services for Johnson County.  Our adulticide program is in assistance with the Marion County Health & Hospital Corporations and requires that you call our office to place your address on a list.  The list is then given to Marion County vector control specialists, who subsequently spray your area.

  1. What are the conditions that contribute to mosquitoes?
  2. How can I help prevent Hanta Virus?
  3. What should I do if I find a tick attached to my person?
  4. What type of clothing should I wear to help prevent tick attachment?

What are the conditions that contribute to mosquitoes?*

Mosquitoes must have warm, often shallow, nutrient-rich, stagnant water to reproduce.  Tour your property & eliminate situations that contribute the above conditions i.e. non-draining gutters, birdbaths, tree holes, rimless tires, pool covers, bottles, & cups.

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Mosquitoes only need a 1/4 inch or more of water to transform from egg to adult.  Homeowners should flush out birdbaths once a week to prevent mosquito breeding.

How can I help prevent Hanta Virus?

 

When excessive rodent droppings are observed, wet them down with a 9 to 1 solution of bleach water first, before you disturb the area.  (9 parts water, 1 part bleach)

 

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What should I do if I find a tick attached to my person?

 

  • Remove the tick using tweezers, apply an even, upward force.
  • No bare hand contact, if tweezers are unavailable use gloves or tissue.
  • Place the tick in a container with a drop of moisture. 
  • Keep tick for 2 weeks.
  • Should you develop symptoms (unexplained rash).
  • Notify your doctor

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What type of clothing should I wear to help prevent tick attachment?

Light in color, tightly woven fabric is best.  Your pant legs should be tucked into your socks or boots if at all possible.

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*Adapted from Allen County Health Department web site.
For more information contact Bob Smith at 317) 346-4372 or  rsmith@co.johnson.in.us
Revised: 03/04/11.

 

Contact Information

Office hours: Monday - Friday, 8am to 4:30pm

86 West Court St.

Franklin, IN 46131

Fax  (317) 736-5264

For after - hour emergencies, dial 911 & explain that you have a Public Health emergency.

If you are calling out of the local calling area, dial (317) 736-5155 for after - hour emergencies.

Postal Address  86 W Court St., Franklin, IN 46131

Electronic mail  cbigelow@co.johnson.in.us 

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Last modified: 02/18/11