State calls off sprayings for moth
Chris Metinko - 06/19/2008
State officials have called off the much-maligned aerial sprayings in populated areas they had planned to restart later this summer to combat the invasion of the light brown apple moth.
Chris Metinko - 06/19/2008
State officials have called off the much-maligned aerial sprayings in populated areas they had planned to restart later this summer to combat the invasion of the light brown apple moth.
Anti-moth pheromone twist ties canceled
Michelle Durand - 05/09/2008
Use of pheromone-treated twist ties to combat an invasive Australian moth - a less controversial alternative to the aerial spraying sparking widespread protest and health concerns - is on hold in San Mateo County while the state re-evaluates if they're working.
Michelle Durand - 05/09/2008
Use of pheromone-treated twist ties to combat an invasive Australian moth - a less controversial alternative to the aerial spraying sparking widespread protest and health concerns - is on hold in San Mateo County while the state re-evaluates if they're working.
West Nile puts County on offensive
Will Oremus - 08/09/2007
So far, no human has caught West Nile virus in San Mateo County, and a team of more than 20 county employees is out spraying every day this summer to keep it that way.
Will Oremus - 08/09/2007
So far, no human has caught West Nile virus in San Mateo County, and a team of more than 20 county employees is out spraying every day this summer to keep it that way.
West Nile upturn traced to dry climate
Sabin Russell - 07/21/2007
California health authorities are tracking a sharp and early rise in West Nile virus cases among humans this month, and have a surprising explanation for the increase in the mosquito-borne illness: lack of rainfall.
Sabin Russell - 07/21/2007
California health authorities are tracking a sharp and early rise in West Nile virus cases among humans this month, and have a surprising explanation for the increase in the mosquito-borne illness: lack of rainfall.
West Nile makes County appearance
Rebekah Gordon - 07/19/2007
A squirrel found in San Mateo County earlier this month tested positive for West Nile virus, a likely sign that infected mosquitoes with the potential to bite humans are among us again, the San Mateo County Mosquito Abatement District said Wednesday.
Rebekah Gordon - 07/19/2007
A squirrel found in San Mateo County earlier this month tested positive for West Nile virus, a likely sign that infected mosquitoes with the potential to bite humans are among us again, the San Mateo County Mosquito Abatement District said Wednesday.
West Nile virus found in squirrel
Michelle Durand - 07/19/2007
Local mosquito experts confirmed a squirrel collected earlier this month in the city of San Mateo was positive for the West Nile virus which in itself isn't dangerous for humans but implies the presence of infected mosquitoes.
Michelle Durand - 07/19/2007
Local mosquito experts confirmed a squirrel collected earlier this month in the city of San Mateo was positive for the West Nile virus which in itself isn't dangerous for humans but implies the presence of infected mosquitoes.
Expert sees future for clean energy
Shaun Bishop - 06/25/2007
San Mateo County is well poised to become a leader in the clean energy industry, an analyst told a group of county business leaders this past week.
Shaun Bishop - 06/25/2007
San Mateo County is well poised to become a leader in the clean energy industry, an analyst told a group of county business leaders this past week.
County extends PHS contract
Michelle Durand - 04/23/2007
The Peninsula Humane Society will continue providing animal control services to the county for another three years under a contract up for vote Tuesday and at least one supervisor hopes it is the last of the short-term extensions.
Michelle Durand - 04/23/2007
The Peninsula Humane Society will continue providing animal control services to the county for another three years under a contract up for vote Tuesday and at least one supervisor hopes it is the last of the short-term extensions.
Drug drop-off program to grow
Shaun Bishop - 04/15/2007
San Mateo County is expanding its pharmaceutical drop-off program after six months of "tremendous success," officials said Thursday.
Shaun Bishop - 04/15/2007
San Mateo County is expanding its pharmaceutical drop-off program after six months of "tremendous success," officials said Thursday.
Sam Johnson an educator for 39 years
Will Oremus - 04/03/2007
After 39 years in the San Mateo Union High School District - the last three as superintendent - Sam Johnson announced Monday he will retire at the end of this school year.
Will Oremus - 04/03/2007
After 39 years in the San Mateo Union High School District - the last three as superintendent - Sam Johnson announced Monday he will retire at the end of this school year.
County plans mosquitoes assault
Todd R. Brown - 06/30/2006
No, Homeland Security isn't raiding the county. The sound of helicopter rotors on Wednesday will signal the beginning of the summer assault against tule mosquitoes, which can carry West Nile virus.
Todd R. Brown - 06/30/2006
No, Homeland Security isn't raiding the county. The sound of helicopter rotors on Wednesday will signal the beginning of the summer assault against tule mosquitoes, which can carry West Nile virus.
County prepares for killer flu
Michelle Durand - 04/27/2006
An avian flu pandemic could hospitalize 10,000 San Mateo County residents with half likely dying, according to a preparedness plan asking officials to approve $300,000 for prevention and response action.
Michelle Durand - 04/27/2006
An avian flu pandemic could hospitalize 10,000 San Mateo County residents with half likely dying, according to a preparedness plan asking officials to approve $300,000 for prevention and response action.
Wet weather could boost West Nile virus
Staff - 04/26/2006
Record rains that have soaked much of California this year could lead to a "banner year" for breeding mosquitoes that carry West Nile virus, a state health official said Tuesday.
Staff - 04/26/2006
Record rains that have soaked much of California this year could lead to a "banner year" for breeding mosquitoes that carry West Nile virus, a state health official said Tuesday.
Birdwatchers eye county avian flu risk
Beth Winegarner - 04/25/2006
While avian flu may not yet be a major threat to human beings, local birdwatchers fear the anticipated arrival of the disease could wreak havoc with the local bird population.
Beth Winegarner - 04/25/2006
While avian flu may not yet be a major threat to human beings, local birdwatchers fear the anticipated arrival of the disease could wreak havoc with the local bird population.
West Nile Virus awareness week
Robert Riechel - 04/22/2006
The threat of West Nile Virus continues to be present here in San Mateo County. In an effort to alert the residents of the county of San Mateo about the still present threat from West Nile Virus, the San Mateo County Mosquito Abatement District has asked each city council to help publicize West Nile Virus and Mosquito and Vector Control Awareness Week -- April 24 through April 30 by adopting a resolution modeled after Senate Concurrent Resolution 126 (Keane).
Robert Riechel - 04/22/2006
The threat of West Nile Virus continues to be present here in San Mateo County. In an effort to alert the residents of the county of San Mateo about the still present threat from West Nile Virus, the San Mateo County Mosquito Abatement District has asked each city council to help publicize West Nile Virus and Mosquito and Vector Control Awareness Week -- April 24 through April 30 by adopting a resolution modeled after Senate Concurrent Resolution 126 (Keane).
Ecologists gear up for West Nile
Heather Murtagh - 06/27/2005
San Mateo county residents have mosquito help just a phone call away.
Heather Murtagh - 06/27/2005
San Mateo county residents have mosquito help just a phone call away.
Helicopter mosquito treatment begins in San Bruno
Ethan Fletcher - 06/22/2005
Helicopter anti-mosquito treatment by the San Mateo County Mosquito Abatement District began Tuesday at Mills Field in San Bruno.
Ethan Fletcher - 06/22/2005
Helicopter anti-mosquito treatment by the San Mateo County Mosquito Abatement District began Tuesday at Mills Field in San Bruno.
Mosquito spraying continues
Bill Silverfarb - 09/13/2004
The San Mateo County Mosquito Abatement District will sweep hot spots in San Bruno by helicopter Monday morning to eradicate two or three species that dwell in the thick marsh between the Belle Aire neighborhood and Highway 101.
Bill Silverfarb - 09/13/2004
The San Mateo County Mosquito Abatement District will sweep hot spots in San Bruno by helicopter Monday morning to eradicate two or three species that dwell in the thick marsh between the Belle Aire neighborhood and Highway 101.
SF passing buck on mosquitos
Justin Nyberg - 08/24/2004
Mosquitoes potentially carrying the West Nile virus have found at least one safe haven in San Mateo County.
Justin Nyberg - 08/24/2004
Mosquitoes potentially carrying the West Nile virus have found at least one safe haven in San Mateo County.
Mosquito spraying spreads to other cities
Dana Yates - 08/19/2004
A last-minute effort to control the spread of mosquitos was successful in Redwood Shores yesterday, but the potentially deadly bugs might be moving to Foster City and San Carlos.
Dana Yates - 08/19/2004
A last-minute effort to control the spread of mosquitos was successful in Redwood Shores yesterday, but the potentially deadly bugs might be moving to Foster City and San Carlos.