On July 21, 2025, the Massachusetts Department of Public Health confirmed the first detection of Eastern Equine Encephalitis virus (EEE) in a mosquito sample collected in Belchertown. Fortunately, no human or animal cases have been reported yet this season.
However, officials warn that such early detections often herald rising risk throughout summer, especially following last year’s outbreak of four human EEE cases and one death, plus four infected horses. The virus is primarily transmitted via mosquito bite, typically active from dusk to dawn, and EEE can lead to severe neurological illness—with a 30–75% fatality rate in neuroinvasive cases.
What You Need to Know and Do
🦟 Protect Yourself and Loved Ones
- Apply EPA‑registered insect repellent (see ingredients like DEET, picaridin, IR3535)
- Wear long sleeves, long pants, and socks, especially in the evenings
- Avoid outdoor activities during peak mosquito hours—from dusk to dawn
- Eliminate standing water in containers, flowerpots, birdbaths, gutters, etc., to curb mosquito breeding
AllGreen’s Integrated Mosquito & Tick Solutions
AllGreen offers coordinated strategies to reduce EEE risk on your property and enhance safety for your family, pets, and horses:
✅ Mosquito Control
✅ Inspection & Removal of Breeding Sites
✅ Tick Management
✅ Customized Treatment Plans
Why Timing Matters
Early seasonal detection of EEE in mosquitoes is a red flag. According to health experts, such findings often mark the beginning of virus amplification in local mosquito populations. Without proper mitigation, risk can escalate rapidly.
Commanding timely mosquito control actions now—rather than reacting later—can significantly lower the chance of human, pet, or livestock exposure during peak transmission months.
Don’t Wait—Take Action Today
With EEE now actively detected in local mosquitoes:
- If you have not yet scheduled mosquito control this season, consider calling AllGreen now.
- Already under contract? Ask for a mid-season review and re-treatment to ensure continued protection.
- For horse owners: Combine veterinary vaccine boosters with AllGreen’s treatments to holistically reduce risk.
Final Takeaway
The 2025 EEE discovery in MA is a strong reminder: EEE outbreaks can escalate quickly once mosquito exposure begins. Proactive steps—mosquito control, habitat reduction, and personal protection—are essential. AllGreen’s tailored services help communities and families face this threat with confidence.
Stay safe, stay protected—and keep mosquitoes at bay with AllGreen!