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Doctor Mustapha Debboun, who is in charge of the Mosquito Control division at Harris County’s Department of Public Health, says the spraying was at least 80 percent effective in Harris County.

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Health Official Says Anti-Mosquito Aerial Spraying Was Successful In Harris County

Alvaro 'Al' Ortiz

Posted on September 29, 2017 · The insecticide that was used is registered with the EPA, but it is banned in Europe.

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Harris County Uses Military Aircraft To Attack Mosquitoes

Houston Public Media Staff

Posted on September 14, 2017 · Cargo planes from San Antonio's Kelly Air Force base are headed to Houston.

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