Northern Nevada Public Health has decided once again not to do any helicopter mosquito treatments this year, though it is offering tips to help keep yourself bite-free.
They say that even small amounts of standing water can serve as a mosquito breeding site, so making sure to clean out any containers that collect water, like bird baths, pet bowls, and buckets, will make a big difference.
NNPH said adding goldfish and other mosquito fish into large ponds will help reduce mosquito reproduction.
Officials recommend using EPA-registered insect repellents.
People in the area say most days they are able to handle mosquitoes with regular bug spray, but on days when the bugs seem to be out more, they avoid being outside.
When they still want to enjoy the fresh air, a thin long-sleeve shirt might be the solution.
George Lambreti, who is a Reno native, told us, "Yeah, occasionally, you know, whatever, whatever the situation is, how it's going to be, you know, if there's a lot, then yeah, we do. Or we just kind of stay inside, hopefully, you know, when they're gone, then we can come out."
People shared with us certain smells they have found that seem to also help keep mosquitoes away, including lavender and mint.
Shelly Jandreau, who is also a Reno Native, said, "I know, if you have problems by your windows, you can use lemon peel and then, just leave them, dry them out and they don't like the secant of them, you know, they'll they'll deter them from coming near your windows at least, and stuff like that."
Ensuring your windows and door screens are intact and free of holes will also help prevent mosquitoes from entering your home.
