Is Brandon's fogging plan going to work for them?
Morning from the Central Plains — here's what's moving through Portage today. You know, we've had our share of mosquitoes around the Delta Marsh and the riverbanks of the Assiniboine. It’s part of living out here. But Brandon? They're talking about fogging for the first time since 2022 to get ahead of their mosquito problem. That's a serious move, indicating their bug situation is beyond what most folks tolerate, even in a Manitoba summer.
### What This Means for Portage
It's not just a Brandon issue; it’s a regional one. When one city like Brandon, just down the Trans-Canada from us, is taking such drastic measures, it makes you think about our own situation. We rely on the wind off the plains and the water management around the Portage Diversion to keep things manageable.
* Brandon's city council voted unanimously to start fogging this week. * This decision comes after a booming mosquito population has been tormenting their residents. * It's their first time fogging since 2022, signaling a significant issue.
Here in Portage, whether you're working at the potato plants or heading into Island Park for the evening, mosquitoes are a fact of life. But we haven't hit that "fogging the entire city" level yet. It's a reminder that while our agricultural lands and water systems provide so much, they also bring their own set of challenges that need managing. For us, it’s about watching the water levels, keeping the ditches clear, and hoping the dragonflies do their part.
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