Citywide mosquito ground spray scheduled for tonight

The City of Aberdeen has announced a city-wide ground mosquito spray scheduled for tonight Wednesday July 27^th. The spray will be conducted between 9:00 p.m. And 1:00 a.m. The West Nile Virus has been identified in Aberdeen and city officials urge citizens to take reasonable precautions to avoid being bitten by mosquitoes. You can reduce the risk of getting West Nile by eliminating mosquito habitat around your property, applying insect repellents and wearing proper clothing when outdoors. The adulticiding equipment can be identified by traveling at 10 miles per hour and flashing yellow lights. Winds must be below 15 miles per hour and no inclement weather present. If winds are high than 15 miles per hour or inclement weather the spray will be rescheduled.