Dutch authorities take action to stop Asian tiger mosquito spread in Borne
Residents in Borne are urged to help prevent the spread of the Asian tiger mosquito, a species capable of transmitting tropical diseases. Authorities will conduct follow-up treatment after mosquitoes were found last year, with locals asked to report sightings.
| Key Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Species | Asian tiger mosquito (Aedes albopictus) |
| Location | Borne, Overijssel, Netherlands |
| Discovery Date | 2025 (follow-up treatment in 2026) |
| Risk | Potential transmission of tropical diseases |
| Action Radius | 100-metre radius around discovery site |
| Resident Involvement | Report sightings via NVWA website with photo |
| Authority | Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) |
The NVWA is responsible for monitoring and controlling invasive species, including disease-carrying mosquitoes, to protect public health. Their actions include inspections, treatments, and public awareness campaigns to prevent outbreaks.
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Follow-up treatment for Asian tiger mosquito in Borne
Asian tiger mosquitoes were discovered in Borne last year. If this species spreads further, it could transmit tropical diseases. To minimise this risk, additional measures are being taken in the area where the mosquitoes were found.
The eggs of the Asian tiger mosquito can survive the winter. This means there is a chance the mosquito is still present in the neighbourhood. Residents within a 100-metre radius of the discovery site will receive a letter about this. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) will conduct follow-up treatment in this area to prevent further spread.
What can you do?
Do you think you have seen an Asian tiger mosquito? Try to catch it and keep it. Then report your finding via the NVWA website and include a clear photo. This helps with monitoring and controlling the species.
For more information on recognising the Asian tiger mosquito and what you can do, visit this page.