Kentucky is home to about sixty different species of mosquitoes, at least two species of sand flies, a handful of tick species, and a number of additional biting flies.
However, some experts say the pests might not be as bad this year due to the dry spell that has limited rainfall in western Kentucky.
Mosquitoes are dependent on water and the dry condition is impacting the current population.
The City of Princeton has begun its mosquito spraying operation, but Public Works Director David Sullenger says the mosquito problem this year is nowhere near as bad as in 2021.
click to download audioSullenger says people can contact city hall to be put on the spray list if they do have a problem.
click to download audioBesides the usual tips, like bug spray and wearing long pants, Sullenger says to make sure there is no accumulated water in old tires or containers outside of the home. All mosquitoes need water to survive as their larvae grow into adults. Some mosquitoes lay their eggs in rafts on the surface of standing water and may hatch within a few days.
