The New York City Department of Health has begun spraying New York City Streets with pesticides to prevent the spread of the West Nile Virus, transmitted by mosquitos.

Our Town reported that trucks have been deployed throughout New York City, spraying low concentrations of Anvil 10+10 and Duet.

Health Commissioner Dr. Ashwin Vasan stated, "The Health Department is actively working to prevent West Nile through public education, treating marshy areas and spraying for mosquitoes."

One resident filmed a truck spraying pesticides near his neighborhood. In the video, a voice from a speaker can be heard saying, "The city has applied pesticides to reduce the threat of the West Nile Virus. To minimize exposure to the pesticide, go inside immediately until the truck goes past."

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