Dallas will conduct mosquito control spraying in three areas from June 17 to June 18 due to the presence of West Nile Virus. The spraying will occur between 9 p.m. and 5 a.m. in areas bounded by specific streets in Council Districts 11, 13, and 7.

Affected Areas

The areas to be sprayed are near 7100 Joyce Way, 4500 College Park, and 2700 Lawrence Street. Residents in these areas are advised to stay indoors during the spraying, keep windows closed, and avoid direct contact with the spray.

The insecticide used is EPA-approved and breaks down quickly in sunlight. Similar targeted ground spraying is occurring in surrounding North Texas communities, including Arlington and Flower Mound, following positive mosquito detections.

West Nile Virus

West Nile Virus is primarily transmitted by the bites of infected mosquitoes. Most people infected with the virus show no symptoms, but some may develop mild West Nile fever or severe neuroinvasive disease. In 2025, Texas reported 127 human cases of West Nile Virus and nine deaths.

Dallas County Health and Human Services recorded eight human cases and at least one death during the 2025 season, along with 245 positive mosquito traps. As of mid-June 2026, Texas has reported one human case statewide, with no human cases yet confirmed in Dallas County.

Residents can take measures to prevent the spread of West Nile Virus, such as using mosquito repellent and eliminating standing water around their homes. Free mosquito dunks are available at Dallas Code Compliance district offices while supplies last.

Original reporting: The Dallas Express — read the source article.