Mosquitos can be a nuisance, especially at dawn and dusk. Sometimes they transmit diseases. Council’s local mosquito monitoring program has detected evidence of Kokobera at one station, an infection which can lead to mild fever, aches, headache and lethargy. The good news is that mosquito numbers are low in the region and expected to decline further as the weather cools off. But it’s always best to be safe rather than sorry so be sure to cover up with loose fitting shirts and long pants when outside and apply repellent to exposed skin. Where possible screen windows and doors and remove standing water close to the house. For further information visit NSW Health website.
