Some regions of the US are turning to modern technology in their fight against the problem.
Leading Edge Aerial Technologies CEO Bill Reynolds toldFox Businessthat using drones was 12 times faster than conventional methods.
These chemicals activate bacteria in the mosquito’s gut, eliminating larvae when they’re in the water.
Inspectors later visit the areas and test the water to assess the efficacy of the spray.
Other regions that recently turned to drones to fight the mosquitoes include Orange and Santa Clara counties in California.
APwritesthat the common spraying methods in these regions involve using backpack sprayers, trucks, airplanes and helicopters.
