283 - Enhanced Routing Methods for Truck Mounted Applications in Urban Environments

Ruben Rosas
Sacramento-Yolo Mosquito and Vector Control District
United States
rrosas@fightthebite.net
916-416-1243
2024 AMCA Abstract

Title:  Enhanced Routing Methods for Truck Mounted Applications in Urban Environments

   The Sacramento-Yolo Mosquito and Vector Control District (District) uses truck mounted ULV fogging and wide area larvicide applications as an essential tool targeting areas with invasive mosquito species and with high West Nile Virus activity.  Mapping and routing in urban environments for effective truck applications has become a fundamental component for successful adult and larval control. By using Google MyMaps, Google Drive and a navigation app called InRoute, the District has developed a systematic approach for creating routes and providing seamless navigation in the field. Utilizing these low-cost platforms, the District is able to create routes that can be shared amongst staff and can be used to accurately calculate the needed material prior to visiting the site. These navigation tools allow applicators to receive turn by turn directions, identify overlapping treatment areas and provide audible and visual instructions to the applicator during treatment. The presentation will demonstrate how to use these tools and will focus on the benefits of integrating these platforms for control operations.