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This week’s Cochino List includes the Valencia Seafood Market

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of Jan. 25 to Feb. 1, 2019 . Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • Valencia Seafood Market, 1128 S. Standard Ave., Suite A, Santa Ana, Closed: Jan. 25, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Jan. 25
  • Pizza Hut, 2091 N. Tustin St., Orange, Closed: Jan. 28, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Jan. 29
  • Myung Dong Kal Guk Su, 1000 N. Euclid St., Anaheim, Closed: Jan. 30, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Jan. 31
  • Paradise Market, 3111 W. Lincoln Ave., Anaheim, Closed: Jan. 30, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • ExtraMile at Chevron station, 3901 E. Riverdale Ave., Anaheim, Closed: Jan. 30, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Jan. 30
  • Half Time Restaurant, 13187 Brookhurst St., Garden Grove, Closed: Jan. 29, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Cafe International, 3198 Airport Loop Drive, Suite H2A, Costa Mesa, Closed: Jan. 28, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Jan. 30
  • Zpizza, 32341 Camino Capistrano, Suite B, San Juan Capistrano, Closed: Jan. 28, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Jan. 30
  • Update: Cafeteria at Kimberly-Clark, 2001 E. Orangethorpe Ave., Fullerton, closed Jan. 23 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened Jan. 25
  • Update: Kitchen at Salvation Army Residence, 1300 S. Lewis St., Anaheim, closed Jan. 23 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened Jan. 31.

This week’s Cochino List includes Superior Grocers

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of Jan. 3 to Jan. 11, 2019. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • Superior Grocers, 1720 E. 17th St., Santa Ana, Closed: Jan. 7, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Jan. 7
  • Birrieria Nochistlan, 1628 S. Standard Ave., Santa Ana, Closed: Jan. 3, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: Jan. 3
  • Golden Flower Veggie, 14942 Bushard St., Garden Grove, Closed: Jan. 11, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • BC Liquor, 12017 Beach Blvd., Stanton, Closed: Jan. 9, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Jan. 10
  • Tin Tin Seafood Restaurant, 669 N. Euclid St., Anaheim, Closed: Jan. 9, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • 7-Eleven, 2850 N. Brea Blvd., Fullerton, Closed: Jan. 9, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Jan. 11
  • Grinderz, 7561 Center Ave., Suite 53, Huntington Beach, Closed: Jan. 8, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Jan. 9
  • Tribute Coffee at Circle K, 13960 Harbor Blvd., Suite B, Garden Grove, Closed: Jan. 8, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Jan. 11
  • Beba’s, 1909 E. Lincoln Ave., Anaheim, Closed: Jan. 8, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Jan. 11
  • Sugar Shack Cafe, 2319 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, Closed: Jan. 4, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Jan. 4
  • Rene’s Donuts, 440 N. Lakeview Ave., Anaheim, Closed: Jan. 3, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Jan. 4
  • Poke + Roll 808, 129 Avenida Del Mar, Suite A, San Clemente, Closed: Jan. 3, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Jan. 4
  • Los Primos Cantina, 10176 Adams Ave., Huntington Beach, Closed: Jan. 3, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Jan. 4
  • Update: Goc Ha Noi Corner at 8516 Garden Grove Blvd., Garden Grove, closed Jan. 3 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened Jan 4.
  • Update: Tana Ethiopian Restaurant & Market at 2622 W. La Palma Ave., Anaheim, closed Dec. 27 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened Jan. 11

This week’s Cochino List includes Big Saver Foods, Carnitas Sahuayo and PizzaRev

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of Dec. 26, 2018 to Jan. 4, 2019. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • Big Saver Foods, 420 W. 17th St., Santa Ana, Closed: Dec. 31, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Jan. 2
  • Carnitas Sahuayo, 402 W. 17th St., Santa Ana, Closed: Jan. 2, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Jan. 3
  • Las Casuelasa, 312 N. Bush St., Santa Ana, Closed: Jan. 2, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • PizzaRev, 3605 S. Bristol St., Suite D, Santa Ana, Closed: Dec. 27, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Dec. 28
  • Goc Ha Noi Corner, 8516 Garden Grove Blvd., Garden Grove, Closed: Jan. 3, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Dickey’s Barbecue Pit at Buena Park Downtown, 8300 La Palma Ave., Suite A1, Buena Park, Closed: Jan. 3, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: Jan. 4
  • Pizza Pub, 1501 W. Whittier Blvd., La Habra, Closed: Jan. 2, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Jan. 3
  • Growers Direct, 101 E. 17th St., Costa Mesa, Closed: Jan. 2, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Jan. 3
  • 17 Cafe Ramen, 4250 Barranca Parkway, Suite Q, Irvine, Closed: Dec. 27, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Dec. 28
  • Phin Smith, 12921 Main St., Garden Grove, Closed: Dec. 27, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Dec. 28
  • Tana Ethiopian Restaurant & Market, 2622 W. La Palma Ave., Anaheim, Closed: Dec. 27, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Active Friends, 1951 E. La Habra Blvd., Suite D, La Habra, Closed: Dec. 27, Reason: Insufficient hot water
  • Kitchen Republic at Bella Terra, 7821 Edinger Ave., Suite 110, Huntington Beach, Closed: Dec. 26, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Dec. 28
  • The Salvation Army ARC, 1300 S. Lewis St., Anaheim, Closed: Dec. 26, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Dec. 26
  • Kitchen at Salvation Army Residence, 1300 S. Lewis St., Anaheim, Closed: Dec. 26, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Dec. 29
  • I-Tea Cafe, 15435 Jeffrey Road, Suite 110, Irvine, Closed: Dec. 26, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Dec. 27
  • Updates: Hong An Bo 7 Mon Restaurant at 9862 Westminster Blvd., Suite B, Garden Grove, closed Dec. 26 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened Dec. 27.
  • Update: Frisco’s Meats & Deli at 129 E. Collins Ave., Orange, closed Dec. 21 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened Dec. 31.

This week’s Cochino List includes Taqueria Fiesta Grill

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of Dec. 13 to Dec. 21, 2018. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • Taqueria Fiesta Grill, 1180 S. Bristol St., Suite 106, Santa Ana, Closed: Dec. 19, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Dec. 19
  • Guppy House, 5642 E. La Palma Ave., Suite 107, Anaheim, Closed: Dec. 20, Reason: No reason provided, Reopened: Dec. 21
  • Tacos Jalisco, 480 N. Tustin St., Orange, Closed: Dec. 17, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Dec. 17
  • Nuevo Amanecer, 114 N. Tustin Ave., Anaheim, Closed: Dec. 19, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Dec. 19
  • Chomp Sushi, 181 E. Commonwealth Ave., Fullerton, Closed: Dec. 19, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Dec. 20
  • Bagel Me!, 5552 E. Santa Ana Canyon Road, Anaheim, Closed: Dec. 19, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Dec. 19
  • Rite Aid, 11961 Valley View St., Garden Grove, Closed: Dec. 18, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Dec. 18
  • Star BBQ, 8295 Garden Grove Blvd., Garden Grove, Closed: Dec. 18, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Dec. 20
  • Zaytoon’s Kabob, 11879 Valley View St., Suite A, Garden Grove, Closed: Dec. 17, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Dec. 17
  • Flame Broiler, 8689 Irvine Center Drive, Suite 100, Irvine, Closed: Dec. 17, Reason: Employee restrooms non-functioning, Reopened: Dec. 17
  • Quan Khat, 12860 Beach Blvd., Suites A-B, Stanton, Closed: Dec. 17, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Dec. 18
  • George’s Donuts, 216 S. State College Blvd., Anaheim, Closed: Dec. 13, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Dec. 13
  • Valerio’s Bake Shop, 649 N. Euclid St., Anaheim, Closed: Dec. 13, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Dec. 19
  • Royal Thai Cuisine, 1750 S. Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, Closed: Dec. 19, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • Update: Tebo Tebo Tea Lounge at 15556 Brookhurst St., Suite B, Westminster, closed Dec. 12 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened Dec. 14.
  • Update: La Vida Cantina at 1870 Harbor Blvd., Suite A209, Costa Mesa, closed Dec. 11 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened Dec. 13.

This week’s Cochino List includes Popeye’s Chicken, Big Lots and Santa Ana 98c

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of Nov. 30 to Dec. 7, 2018. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • Santa Ana 98c, 2140 S. Main St., Suite C, Santa Ana, Closed: Dec. 3, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Dec. 5
  • Popeye’s Louisiana Chicken, 1244 E. 17th St., Santa Ana, Closed: Dec. 3, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Dec. 4
  • Big Lots, 3321 S. Bristol St , Santa Ana, Closed: Nov. 29, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Dec. 1
  • Update: Dollar Tree at 3309 S. Bristol St., Santa Ana, closed Nov. 28 because of a rodent infestation, reopened Dec. 4
  • Giovanni’s Restaurant, 922 W. Williamson Ave., Fullerton,  Closed: Dec. 6, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Dec. 7
  • Kitchen at Trinity Christian Schools, 12761 Euclid St., Garden Grove, Closed: Dec. 5, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Dec. 6
  • Brewberry Cafe, 1198 W. Katella Ave., Anaheim, Closed: Dec. 5, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • Champion Food, 17090 Magnolia St., Fountain Valley, Closed: Dec. 5, Reason: Unapproved construction/remodeling
  • John’s Incredible Pizza Co. at Buena Park Downtown, 8601 On The Mall, Buena Park, Closed: Dec. 5, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Chen’s Panda, 8422 E. Chapman Ave., Orange, Closed: Dec. 5, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Dec. 6
  • La Ideal Bakery, 1767 W. La Palma Ave., Anaheim, Closed: Dec. 4, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Dec. 6
  • Pho Mazing, 1156 E. Yorba Linda Blvd., Placentia, Closed: Dec. 4, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Dec. 5
  • Alberto’s Mexican Food, 17225 Brookhurst St., Fountain Valley, Closed: Dec. 3, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Dec. 3
  • Fritz That’s It, 710 E. Katella Ave., Anaheim, Closed: Dec. 3, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Dec. 3
  • Sodam Korean Restaurant, 1811 W. Commonwealth Ave., Suite N, Fullerton, Closed: Dec. 1, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: Dec. 1
  • Hero’s Liquor & Market, 1811 W. Commonwealth Ave., Suites I-J, Fullerton, Closed: Dec. 1, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: Dec. 1
  • Kotto Market, 1811 W. Commonwealth Ave., Suite M, Fullerton, Closed: Dec. 1, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: Dec. 1
  • Dominos Pizza, 1811 W. Commonwealth Ave., Suite K, Fullerton, Closed: Dec. 1, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: Dec. 1
  • O-Kaz-Ya Kitchen, 1811 W. Commonwealth Ave., Suite L, Fullerton, Closed: Dec. 1, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: Dec. 1
  • Thai Princess, 13036 Harbor Blvd., Garden Grove, Closed: Nov. 30, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Nov. 30
  • California Fish Grill, 10569 Valley View Road, Cypress, Closed: Nov. 30, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Dec. 1
  • 7-Eleven, 8471 Chapman Ave., Garden Grove, Closed: Nov. 29, Reason: Insufficient hot water/plumbing in disrepair; permit downgraded to prepackaged foods only, Reopened: Nov. 29

This week’s Cochino List includes Dollar Tree and El Tapatio Dos Mexicanos Grill

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of Nov. 23 to Nov. 30, 2018. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • Dollar Tree, 3309 S. Bristol St., Santa Ana, Closed: Nov. 28, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • El Tapatio Dos Mexicanos Grill, 1214 E. Pomona St., Santa Ana, Closed: Nov. 28, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Nov. 29
  • Update: Kathy Market Agua at 700 E. First St., Suite B110, Santa Ana, closed Nov. 20 because of a rodent infestation, reopened Nov. 23

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This week’s Cochino List includes Costa Azul Restaurant and Kathy Market Agua

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of Nov. 15 to Nov. 23, 2018. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • Costa Azul Restaurant, 800 W. 17th St., Santa Ana, Closed: Nov. 20, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Nov. 21
  • Kathy Market Agua, 700 E. 1st St., Suite B110, Santa Ana, Closed: Nov. 20, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • Bobby D’s Mexican Restaurant, 2139 N. Tustin St., Orange, Closed: Nov. 20, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: Nov. 20

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This week’s Cochino List includes El Paraiso Place and the Riverview Golf Course

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of Nov. 1 to Nov. 9, 2018. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • El Paraiso Place, 1411 E. First St., Santa Ana, Closed: Nov. 8, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • River View Golf Snack Shop, 1800 W. 22nd St., Santa Ana, Closed: Nov. 7, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Nov. 7
  • Update: New Taste at 608 E. First St., Tustin, closed Oct. 29 because of plumbing in disrepair, reopened Nov. 2

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This week’s Cochino List includes Happy Place Nutrition

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of Oct. 26 to Nov. 2, 2018. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • Happy Place Nutrition, 1624 S. Main St., Santa Ana. Closed: Oct. 25, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • New Taste, 608 E. First St., Tustin, Closed: Oct. 29, Reason: Plumbing in disrepair
  • Hamle Supermarket, 9895 Warner Ave., Suite A, Fountain Valley, Permit downgraded to prepackaged food only: Nov. 1, Reason: Insufficient hot water/plumbing in disrepair

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This week’s Cochino List includes Taqueria de Anda and Majesty Restaurant

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of Oct. 19 to 26, 2018. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • Taqueria de Anda, 2610 W. Edinger Ave., Santa Ana, Closed: Oct. 23, Reason: Plumbing in disrepair, Reopened: Oct. 23
  • Majesty Restaurant, 5015 W. Edinger Ave., Suite V, Santa Ana, Closed: Oct. 24, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Oct. 25
  • Update: Mom’s & Baby’s Market at 1640 E. First St., Suite F, Santa Ana, closed Oct. 17 because of a rodent infestation, reopened Oct. 23

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This week’s Cochino List includes Mom’s & Baby’s Market, Water Gourmet and El Paraiso Place

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of Oct. 12 to 19, 2018. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • Mom’s & Baby’s Market, 1640 E. First St., Suite F, Santa Ana, Closed: Oct. 17, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • Water Gourmet, 1114 S. Bristol St., Santa Ana, Closed: Oct. 16, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Oct. 16
  • Nutricion Completa, 410 N. Bristol Ave., Suite G, Santa Ana, Closed: Oct. 16, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Oct. 17
  • El Paraiso Place, 1411 E. First St., Santa Ana, Closed: Oct. 12, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Oct. 18
  • Update: Tacos El Gavilan at 1258 E. 17th St., Santa Ana, closed Oct. 12 because of sewage overflow, reopened Oct. 12

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This week’s Cochino List includes Tacos El Gavilan

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of Oct. 5 to 12, 2018. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • Tacos El Gavilan, 1258 E. 17th St., Santa Ana, Closed: Oct. 12, Reason: Sewage overflow
  • Taiko, 14775 Jeffrey Road, Suite K, Irvine, Closed: Oct. 11, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Las Brisas, 1734 S. Euclid St., Anaheim, Closed: Oct. 6, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Oct. 12

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This week’s Cochino List includes Luv’n Donuts, Olmos Market and Uno Free Pizza

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of Sept. 28 to Oct. 5, 2018. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • Luv’n Donuts, 2729 N. Bristol St., Suite B4, Santa Ana, Closed: Oct. 4, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Oct. 5
  • Olmos Market, 1212 S. Bristol St., Suite 6, Santa Ana, Permit downgraded to prepackaged foods only: Oct. 3, Reason: Insufficient hot water/plumbing in disrepair, Full permit reinstated: Oct. 4
  • Uno Free Pizza, 2525 W. 17th St., Suite I, Santa Ana, Closed: Oct. 1, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Oct. 1

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This week’s Cochino List includes Taqueria La Vida and Market Novy La Mexicana

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of Sept. 21 to 28, 2018. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • Taqueria La Vida, 3620 W. First St., Santa Ana, Closed: Sept. 25, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Sept. 26
  • Market Novy La Mexicana, 701 E. Fourth St., Santa Ana, Closed: Sept. 24, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Sept. 25

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OC Vector Control will be spraying chemicals in Santa Ana on Sep. 26 and 27

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A Message from the Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control District (OCMVCD):

Based on mosquito trapping counts collected on September 18 and 20, OCMVCD staff has identified high mosquito abundance and West Nile virus-positive mosquitoes in areas of Santa Ana and Orange. The District’s current treatment criteria states that adult mosquito control is initiated when 75 or more female mosquitoes are identified in a mosquito trap per trap night or when mosquitoes test positive for West Nile virus, and all the areas have met one or both of this criteria.

The Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control District (OCMVCD) will be conducting adult mosquito control applications via backpack and truck on the dates and times indicated below. Continue reading→