Posted on May 30, 2019
Author Jacque Ryan, WKVI
The recent rainy weather combined with the spike temperature has created the ideal conditions for mosquitoes to thrive.
Everyone hates the little pests and the itchy bumps they leave behind and in some cases, the insects could even be carrying a mosquito-borne disease.
The Center for Disease Control has issued a few different precautionary measures you should take in order to protect yourself from bites.
Look around your property and try to spot spaces that seem like mosquito breeding grounds. Dispose of all old items such as tires and buckets and be sure there is no stagnant water in the area.
Also be sure to keep your grass mowed and vegetation under control to reduce the risk of mosquitoes being attracted to your yard.
When going outdoors, especially into heavily wooded areas or spaces near bodies of water, wear protective clothing such as long-sleeved shirts and pants. If you wear tightly woven and thick fabrics, the insects will have a harder time reaching your skin.
Additionally, try to wear clothes on the lighter end of the spectrum because mosquitoes are drawn to dark colors.
Last, but certainly not least, wear insect repellent when you go outside.
The Environmental Protection Agency has a number of registered insect repellents that, when used as directed, are proven safe and effective, even for pregnant and breastfeeding women. Key ingredients in these repellents include DEET, Picaridin and Oil of Lemon Eucalyptus, among other things.
For additional information, click the links provided above.
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Thursday, May 30, 2019
Friday, January 5, 2018
State Health Officials Urge Residents to Test Homes for Radon
Posted on January 5, 2018
Author Michael Gallenberger, WKVI
State health officials urge residents to check their homes for radon. It’s a tasteless, odorless, radioactive gas that can be deadly over time.
January is National Radon Action Month, and State Health Commissioner Dr. Kris Box reminds Hoosiers that the only way to know how much radon is in your home is by testing. Health officials say it’s simple and inexpensive. Testing kits are available at many home or hardware stores. If levels are high, licensed contractors can correct the problem.
Radon occurs naturally in soil, and can enter buildings through cracks and holes in the foundation. It causes lung damage to people who breathe in radon that’s accumulated in the air, which over time, could lead to cancer. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency estimates that radon can be blamed for 20,000 lung cancer deaths a year, making it the second leading cause of lung cancer.
For more information, visit the radon page on the Indiana State Department of Health’s website.
Author Michael Gallenberger, WKVI
State health officials urge residents to check their homes for radon. It’s a tasteless, odorless, radioactive gas that can be deadly over time.
January is National Radon Action Month, and State Health Commissioner Dr. Kris Box reminds Hoosiers that the only way to know how much radon is in your home is by testing. Health officials say it’s simple and inexpensive. Testing kits are available at many home or hardware stores. If levels are high, licensed contractors can correct the problem.
Radon occurs naturally in soil, and can enter buildings through cracks and holes in the foundation. It causes lung damage to people who breathe in radon that’s accumulated in the air, which over time, could lead to cancer. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency estimates that radon can be blamed for 20,000 lung cancer deaths a year, making it the second leading cause of lung cancer.
For more information, visit the radon page on the Indiana State Department of Health’s website.
Wednesday, November 8, 2017
Applications Now Open for Five Star and Urban Waters Restoration Grant Program
Posted on November 8, 2017
Author Michael Gallenberger, WKVI
Organizations working to improve local waterways can apply for up to $50,000 in federal matching grants. The Five Star and Urban Waters Restoration Grant Program gives local governments, schools, and non-profit organizations money to improve water quality and enhance the habitat for local wildlife. Additionally, projects must engage the public, have measurable results, involve at least five partner organizations, and include a plan to sustain the project beyond the grant period.
Grant proposals for the 2018 cycle are due by January 31. Between 40 and 50 grants are expected to be awarded nationwide, each between $20,000 and $50,000.
The Five Star and Urban Waters Restoration Grant Program is a partnership involving the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, the Wildlife Habitat Council, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the U.S. Forest Service, and a few private companies.
Author Michael Gallenberger, WKVI
Organizations working to improve local waterways can apply for up to $50,000 in federal matching grants. The Five Star and Urban Waters Restoration Grant Program gives local governments, schools, and non-profit organizations money to improve water quality and enhance the habitat for local wildlife. Additionally, projects must engage the public, have measurable results, involve at least five partner organizations, and include a plan to sustain the project beyond the grant period.
Grant proposals for the 2018 cycle are due by January 31. Between 40 and 50 grants are expected to be awarded nationwide, each between $20,000 and $50,000.
The Five Star and Urban Waters Restoration Grant Program is a partnership involving the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, the Wildlife Habitat Council, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the U.S. Forest Service, and a few private companies.
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