People often joke the mosquitoes in South Louisiana could carry a small child away. All kidding aside, they can be very dangerous. Mosquitoes carry several dangerous, even potentially fatal illnesses, like malaria and West Nile Virus. Spring rains have drenched the Bayou State recently. The Vermilion River reached flood stage on April 14th. There's water seemingly everywhere. That's where mosquitoes breed, and make their homes. There are a number of things you can do to protect yourself and your family from the hazards of mosquito bites. Keep your yard trimmed, and dump out any nearby standing water. Avoid outdoor activities during the morning & evening hours. That's when mosquitoes are most active. If you must be outdoors at those times, experts recommend using a repellent containing Deet.

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