Santa Clarita Valley residents might notice a surge of mosquitoes during this time of the year as the area enters the autumn stages of cooler weather and seasonal rains. Santa Clarita Valley residents were advised by the Greater Los Angeles Vector Control to be on the lookout for vulnerable parts of their homes that mosquitoes can use for breeding grounds ...

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (LADPH) has confirmed the first local death due to West Nile virus for the 2025 mosquito season.  The person, a resident of San Fernando Valley, just to the south of Santa Clarita, was hospitalized and died from neurological illness caused by severe West Nile virus. “To the family and friends grieving the ...

As warmer weather and outdoor activities return to Greater Los Angeles, so do mosquitoes, and with them, the risk of vector-borne diseases. Working year-round behind the scenes, the Greater Los Angeles County Vector Control District  (GLACVCD/District) plays a vital role in protecting the health of nearly six million residents. This year, the District is proud to launch its 2025 summer ...

As Los Angeles County and Santa Clarita residents welcome the arrival of spring and warmer weather, vector control districts across the state are gearing up for a different seasonal arrival—mosquitos. The Greater Los Angeles County Vector Control District (GLACVCD/District)  joins public health officials, agencies, and cities statewide to promote California Mosquito Awareness Week from April 13-19. This statewide campaign raises ...

Let’s be real—keeping things clean and safe is a top priority in hospitals and clinics, right? But have you thought about those pesky mosquitoes? Yep, those tiny buzzing critters can actually pack a punch when it comes to spreading diseases. In this article, we’re going to dive into why traditional mosquito repellents just don’t cut it anymore, and how professional ...

Welcome to Ask Brien, the show with the answers to all your business questions! Hosts: Peter Bronstein & Alex Grossman Guest: Michael Jankie, CEO of Nat Pat  Today on The Ask Brien Show, your hosts Peter Bronstein and Alex Grossman talk with the CEO of Nat Pat, Michael Jankie. Michael began his company Nat Pat, which is short for Natural Patches, ...

In the warm months, there’s nothing quite as frustrating as a mosquito infestation that disrupts your outdoor enjoyment. Luckily, residents in need of effective mosquito prevention and removal solutions need look no further than Unipest Pest Control. Specializing in eradicating these pesky insects, Unipest offers a comprehensive approach to mosquito control that allows you to reclaim your outdoor spaces. The ...

Summer’s here, and that means plenty of outdoor activities, such as picnicking, barbecuing, hiking—and fighting off mosquitoes. The annoyance of mosquitoes is so legendary that it inspires legends and centuries of folk remedies to try and get rid of them, but so far, no solution is foolproof. Introducing BuzzBGone. This BuzzBGone review checks out the brand’s promises of getting rid ...

With the beautiful warmer weather that accompanies the turn of the season, also come invasive household pests. Just as mice are more commonly found in homes during winter, some pests are more common during the summer months- especially in hotter climates, like California. There are clear steps you can take to protect your home from seasonal pests so that you ...

Last week, the first West Nile Virus illnesses were reported in Southern California, and officials are offering tips on how to avoid getting the disease. Don’t miss a thing. Get breaking KHTS Santa Clarita News Alerts delivered right to your inbox. “West Nile is found in birds and mosquitoes and is transmitted to humans by mosquitoes that bite infected birds, and then ...