Fort Bend County Declares Public Health Emergency over Mosquito Surge

Mosquito population surge prompts public health emergency in Fort Bend County

The public health emergency was declared on Tuesday as Fort Bend County health officials are reporting "extraordinary mosquito populations" and activity that are well-above normal seasonal levels.

Fort Bend County Judge Daniel Wong Declares Public Health Emergency as Mosquito Populations Surge

Fort Bend County Judge Daniel Wong has declared a local public health emergency in response to unusually high mosquito populations across much of the county following weeks of persistent rainfall and widespread standing water.

Fort Bend County declares public health emergency over mosquito surge

Fort Bend County officials say mosquito activity is well above normal levels and has led to a sharp increase in complaints from residents.

Fort Bend County declares public health emergency amid high mosquito populations

Interim Fort Bend County Judge Daniel Wong has issued a Declaration of Local Public Health Emergency as areas across the county have seen large mosquito populations following weeks of rainfall and standing water.