Remove standing water from pots, buckets, gutters, trays, and drains
Empty and scrub water containers at least once a week
Cover rain barrels, tanks, and water storage tightly
Use window and door screens with no gaps
Repair holes in screens and seal cracks around doors and windows
Sleep under mosquito nets, especially at night
Wear long sleeves, long pants, and socks outdoors
Use mosquito repellent on exposed skin
Use insecticide-treated clothing or gear
Run fans on patios or indoors to reduce mosquito activity
Keep grass short and trim bushes and overgrown plants
Avoid outdoor activity at dawn and dusk
Use mosquito traps or outdoor repellents where needed
Change pet water bowls regularly
Clean clogged drains and gutters
Use larvicide in water that cannot be drained
Keep garbage bins covered tightly
Eliminate water in plant saucers and flowerpots
Close windows and doors when mosquitoes are most active
Use bed nets for babies and children
Check and empty tarps, wheelbarrows, and outdoor toys that collect water