North Carolina is currently experiencing an extended mosquito season due to climate change, which has led to a longer breeding period for mosquitoes. The season now lasts almost a month longer than it did 50 years ago, extending mosquito activity into the fall.

In North and South Carolina, La Crosse encephalitis (LAC) is a common mosquito-borne disease, particularly affecting children in the western part of the state. Between 2012 and 2021, North Carolina reported the second-highest number of LAC cases in the United States.

Hurricane Helene, which recently passed through North Carolina, has created ideal conditions for floodwater mosquitoes to breed due to excessive rainfall and rapid-onset flooding.

North Carolina has around 60 species of mosquitoes, with the Asian tiger mosquito being considered one of the worst due to its ability to spread diseases like West Nile virus and Eastern Equine Encephalitis.

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) encourages residents to “Fight the Bite” by using insect repellent, wearing protective clothing, and taking other preventive measures to avoid mosquito-borne diseases.

• Asian Tiger Mosquito: Known for its striped legs and body, this invasive species is prevalent in North Carolina and can spread diseases such as West Nile virus and Eastern Equine Encephalitis.
• Eastern Saltmarsh Mosquito: Found around the North Carolina coastline, this species is particularly aggressive and can carry diseases like eastern equine encephalitis.
• Northern House Mosquito: Common throughout North Carolina, this species breeds in storm drains, ditches, and pools.

To protect yourself from mosquitoes, it is recommended to use repellents containing DEET or other EPA-approved repellents, cover up as much skin as possible, and eliminate standing water around your home to reduce breeding sites.
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