More than 1,721 hectares, equivalent to roughly 800 Melbourne Cricket Grounds, have been treated as part of an intensive mosquito control program to help reduce mosquito numbers across Hedland.
Over the past three weeks, the Town's Environmental Health team completed 11 targeted fogging operations across Port Hedland, South Hedland, Wedgefield and surrounding areas, dedicating more than 100 operational hours to mosquito management.
Treatment was carried out at dawn and dusk, ensuring minimal disruption to residents.
Mayor Jacinta Behrend said the program reflected the Town's ongoing commitment to protecting public health.
"Managing mosquito populations is an important public health responsibility, particularly during periods of increased activity," Mayor Behrend said.
"Our Environmental Health team has undertaken significant work across town in recent weeks, helping reduce mosquito numbers.”
"The program combines targeted fogging with surveillance and larval control measures, ensuring a proactive and evidence-based approach to mosquito management."
Following the intensive treatment period, operations have now returned to a weekly schedule, with recent trapping data showing a 75% reduction in mosquito numbers across the South Hedland area.
Environmental Health officers will continue monitoring mosquito activity through routine trapping, surveillance and control programs.
Residents are reminded that mosquito management is a shared responsibility and can help reduce breeding sites around their homes by: