Mar 21, 2024, 01:43 PM IST

Effective ways to keep mosquitoes away 

Deepika Shakya

Ensure windows and doors are fitted with screens to prevent mosquitoes from entering your home.

Install Screens

Sleep under mosquito nets, especially if you're in areas where mosquitoes are prevalent.

Use Mosquito Nets

Mosquitoes breed in stagnant water, so Regularly empty or cover containers that collect water, such as flower pots and buckets

Eliminate Standing Water

Keep your yard clean by cutting overgrown plants. This helps stop mosquitoes from breeding there.

Keep Surroundings Clean

Set up mosquito traps or devices that emit ultrasonic waves to repel mosquitoes from your living spaces.

Use Mosquito Traps

Wear long-sleeved shirts, long pants, and socks to minimize exposed skin, especially during dusk when mosquitoes are most active.

Wear Protective Clothing

 Burn mosquito coils to create a protective barrier against mosquitoes.

Use Mosquito Coils 

Grow plants like lavender, marigolds, and basil around your home, as they naturally repel mosquitoes with their fragrance.

Plant Mosquito-Repelling Plants

By following these methods, you can significantly reduce the presence of mosquitoes