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Mosquito control operations stepped up in Little Cayman
In response to the increased need for mosquito control, teams will now travel to Little Cayman each Friday to carry out enhanced treatments and respond to service requests.
Aircraft larviciding under way across the Cayman Islands
Treatments are now under way in Grand Cayman and will continue over the next two weeks. Once Grand Cayman has been completed, operations will move to Cayman Brac and Little Cayman, with aerial larviciding scheduled for early-mid December.
Field teams working to limit mosquito emergence
MRCU crews are working in swamps across Grand Cayman after high larvae levels were detected. A mosquito emergence is expected on 24 November, with higher numbers in West Bay. MRCU will conduct adult mosquito control as necessary and conditions allow.
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Prioritising Safety Through Continued Training
At the Mosquito Research & Control Unit (MRCU), safety is always a top priority — for our team and for the wider community. That’s why we’re committed to ongoing staff training and continuous education to ensure our operations meet the highest standards.
MRCU Enhances Safety with Respirator Fit Test
The Mosquito Research and Control Unit (MRCU) is taking workplace safety to the next level with its recent AccuFit 9000 - Digital Respiratory Fit Testing Training, ensuring that employees who work with chemicals have the proper protection they need.
Students Visit to MRCU Cayman Brac
The Mosquito Research and Control Unit (MRCU) in Cayman Brac had the pleasure of hosting 15 enthusiastic Year 6 students from Creek and Spot Bay primary schools, on 13 February, for an educational and interactive tour of our facilities.
What We Do
Our Purpose: Protecting Today, Safeguarding Tomorrow.
The Mosquito Research & Control Unit (MRCU) is dedicated to protecting the health and well-being of the Cayman Islands by reducing mosquito populations and preventing the spread of mosquito-borne diseases. Since 1965, we’ve used a combination of physical, biological, and chemical methods to manage mosquito levels in a way that’s effective, safe, and sustainable. Through our research, public outreach, and sharing of resources, MRCU is committed to being a trusted source of knowledge and support. We strive to empower residents with the information and tools they need to create a safer, healthier community.
Educational Video Series
Larviciding by Plane
Keeping Mosquito Population Down
Mosquito Larve Swamp Inspection with Ricardo Caballero
Watching Out for Oropouche Virus
Property Inspection in West Bay
Roundtable with MRCU
Key Persons
Contact Us
Address
Mosquito Research & Control Unit Headquarters
99 Red Gate Road, George Town, Marco Giglioli Centre
PO Box 201 Cayman Brac KY2-2101 CAYMAN ISLANDS
Aircraft Section
36 Owen Roberts Drive, George Town
Owen Roberts International Airport
Cayman Brac
223 Songbird Drive, Stake Bay
PO Box 201 Cayman Brac KY2-2101 CAYMAN ISLANDS
Office Hours
Monday - Friday: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
