Public Works

About Mosquito Control

Miami-Dade County has a sub-tropical environment and is home to approximately 45 species of mosquitoes; however, only a few create sufficient annoyance that require control measures. In addition to their annoyance, mosquitoes can also transmit diseases such as West Nile Virus, Dengue Fever, Encephalitis, Malaria, and dog heartworm.

The Mosquito Control Division was created in 1935 to serve the residents of Miami-Dade County.  Our goal is to control the mosquito population using the most effective methods, techniques, equipment, and insecticides, thus enhancing the quality of life for all residents, reducing the possibility of mosquito transmitted disease.

County residents are encouraged to call 311if they are experiencing mosquito nuisance. Resident's complaints are serviced either by truck spraying, aerial spraying, or by site inspections, dependent upon the location and the season of the year.

Residents can reduce mosquito numbers in their neighborhood by removing breeding sources around their homes. Water holding containers such as bird baths, pet water dishes, plant saucers, children's pools, boats, and junk such as old tires, and discarded appliances are ideal breeding spots.