Mosquito Research & Control Unit (MRCU) - Cayman Islands
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MRCU Aerial Operations Update – West Bay & Peninsula MRCU will be conducting aerial mosquito control operations in West Bay and the West Bay Peninsula this evening, beginning at 6:38 p.m. ✔️ Areas covered include: • George Town East • Whitehall Estates • Camana Bay • Seven Mile Beach Area • Salt Creek Dykes • Barkers Dykes • Up to West of Birch Tree Hill Our team continues to work diligently to reduce mosquito populations and ensure a more comfortable environment for residents and visitors.
The Mosquito Research & Control Unit (MRCU) will be conducting ground fogging operations this evening, starting at 6:42 p.m. Please be aware of the following routes covered by two fogging teams: Fogger 1 will start at Salt Creek Dykes All Turns, Yacht Club, and continue along Esterly Tibbetts Highway up to the junction with Batabano Road. Fogger 2 will begin at Kaboo and continue up to the Fire Station All Turns, covering Boggy Sand Road, Willie Farrington Drive, turning right to Dart Nursery, and continuing along Batabano Road all turns to The Shores.
Our Disease Prevention Officers were out in the field today checking yards for mosquito larvae… and guess what? They’re finding way too many! 🦟😱 Some mosquitoes need standing water to lay their eggs, and just a tiny bottle cap full is enough for them to hatch. That’s why we need YOU to join the fight! 💪 🛑 Take 10 minutes each week to: ✔ Dump standing water from buckets, containers, plant saucers, and toys ✔ Scrub pet bowls & birdbaths ✔ Cover or tip over anything that holds water We’re doing our part, but we can’t do it alone! Together, we can help keep the mosquito population as low as possible. 🚫🦟 🎥 Check out today’s field findings!
This evening, two teams will be conducting ground fogging in West Bay, starting at 6:44 p.m. to help keep mosquito populations as low as possible. 📍 Areas Scheduled for Fogging: ➡️ Team 1: Kaboo up to Fire Station (All Turns), including: -Boggy Sand Road -Willie Farrington Drive -Dart Nursery (turn right) -Batabano Road (All Turns) -Continue on Esterley Tibbetts Hwy up to Yacht Club ➡️ Team 2: -Powery Road -Barkers Dykes -Mount Pleasant -The Shores 🗺️ See the image for a visual of the coverage area.
The Mosquito Research and Control Unit (MRCU) will conduct aerial mosquito control operations this evening (26 February), beginning at 6:44 p.m. The operation will target parts of West Bay to help reduce mosquito populations in the area.
While out in the field, our Disease Prevention Officers heard chirping coming from a drain—and discovered a tiny chick trapped inside! Unable to climb out and separated from its mama, this little one needed a helping hand. With patience and care, our team safely rescued the chick 🐥. A small act of kindness can make a world of difference, and we’re happy to have been in the right place at the right time! Check out the heartwarming moment we captured on video! 🎥✨
The Mosquito Research and Control Unit (MRCU) is committed to the health and safety of both our team and the wider community. As part of this commitment, MRCU recently updated its Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) and partnered with the Cayman Heart Foundation (CHF) to ensure staff are properly trained to use them in case of a cardiac emergency. Through hands-on training led by CHF, employees gained the confidence and skills needed to respond swiftly and effectively if someone experiences sudden cardiac arrest. Quick action can save lives, and we are proud that our team is now better prepared to step in should the need arise. A huge thank you to the Cayman Heart Foundation for providing this essential training! Together, we’re working to build a healthier, safer Cayman.
The Mosquito Research and Control Unit (MRCU) will be conducting aerial mosquito control operations over parts of West Bay this afternoon, 6 February 2025, between 3 and 5 PM. Residents may notice the aircraft flying at a low altitude of around 100 feet—this is normal for mosquito control operations. The highlighted areas in the images show the locations where operations will take place. These efforts help reduce mosquito populations and protect public health.
