Why drought conditions won't stop mosquitoes in Hampton Roads

追加: 2026-05-26

[00:00:00]Mosquito season is already ramping up across Hampton Roads and experts say even though we're in a drought right now, that doesn't mean mosquitoes are gone. I'm Jordy Clark and today I got a behind-the-scenes look inside Chesapeake Mosquito Control's lab where biologists are trapping, identifying, and testing mosquitoes for diseases like West Nile virus ahead of summer. Experts say mosquito eggs can actually survive dry conditions for long periods of time just waiting for rain and warmer temperatures to hatch. I'll have more tonight on what officials are monitoring, why Hampton Roads is especially vulnerable to mosquitoes, and what you can do right now around your home to help prevent breeding areas. You can watch the full story tonight on 13 News Now and 13 News Now Plus.