What's UP with West Nile?

It's no secret that we've got a serious mosquito problem right now in our DFW area!  

West Nile Virus!  

There isn't a moment that goes by in picking up the paper, looking at the TV or seeing it on Facebook that you don't hear about the West Nile Virus.

Just seeing the picture of a mosquito makes your skin crawl and you want to run indoors!  We're all concerned and we want information on how we can keep our families and pets safe.

Here are a few basic tips that the Center for Disease Control has put out:

1.  Remove all standing water sources - that's right - make sure that any dripping outside faucets are checked.  Fountains are kept clean.

2.  Make sure that windows and doors are properly sealed to ensure no insects are getting inside.  You've probably been talking about doing it all summer - well... no time like the present!  Get to it!

3.  Help support any local mosquito control efforts.  Know when neighborhoods are being sprayed and help communicate to neighbors that may need to be aware that have pets or small children.

4.  Mosquito's are most active at dawn and dusk - be aware and if you are outside - wear protective clothing.

5.  Here is the link to the most common mosquito repellents that the CDC recommends.

Here is the latest FAQ's on the West Nile Virus from the CDC.  Please feel free to share this information with family and friends.

From our family to yours,

The TaylorMade Team