Public Information - Press Release: Monmouth County will conduct mosquito control operation in Ocean Twp. on Sept. 24

For Immediate Release:
September 23, 2025

Monmouth County will conduct mosquito
control operation in Ocean Twp. on Sept. 24

OCEAN TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners has announced that the Monmouth County Mosquito Control Division will conduct an adult mosquito control operation in the Oakhurst section of Ocean Township on Sept. 24 between 4 and 6:30 a.m., weather permitting, due to evidence of West Nile virus in the area.

The Division will be spraying residential roads south of West Lincoln Avenue, west of Monmouth Road, north of Deal Road and east of and including Joe Palaia Park.

"Monmouth County takes mosquito control seriously, using active surveillance, targeted treatments, and constant monitoring to fight mosquito-borne illnesses," said Commissioner Director Thomas A. Arnone. "Our inspectors are available to check properties for standing water—a prime mosquito breeding ground. If larvae are found, they’ll treat the area or remove the source. To schedule an inspection, call 732-542-3630."

In Ocean Township, the Mosquito Control Division will apply Duet using Ultra Low Volume (ULV) sprayers mounted in the bed of a pickup truck. A map of the areas to be treated and a fact sheet will be posted on the Division’s website, visitmonmouth.com/mosquito, under mosquito schedule and maps.

“West Nile virus usually hits its highest levels in August and September,” said Commissioner Deputy Director Susan M. Kiley. “If you're outside, protect yourself with long sleeves, pants, or repellent. In addition, dumping water from flower pots, buckets, or any containers in your yard can make a big difference in keeping mosquitoes away.”

For news and alerts from Monmouth County, go to visitmonmouth.com or follow @MonmouthGovNJ on Facebook, X and Instagram.

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