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Aerial spraying begins in Fort Bend County after mosquito population grows to become public health emergency
By KTRK / ABC at ABC13 Houston (KTRK / ABC)
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
Aerial mosquito spraying begins in Fort Bend County on Monday evening as part of an emergency response to the overwhelming mosquito population, county officials said.
Why this matters in The Bellaire
The decision to initiate aerial mosquito spraying in neighboring Fort Bend County has implications for Bellaire residents, who often travel to and from the area for work, school, and other activities. As the mosquito population in Fort Bend County has grown to become a public health emergency, Bellaire residents may be at increased risk of exposure to mosquito-borne illnesses when visiting the affected areas. This situation underscores the need for continued vigilance in Bellaire's own mosquito control efforts, to prevent a similar public health crisis from emerging within the city. Bellaire's public health and safety officials should be prepared to respond quickly if the mosquito population begins to surge locally, and residents should take precautions to protect themselves from mosquito bites when traveling to or from Fort Bend County.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: ABC13 Houston (KTRK / ABC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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