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Anvil 2+2® is a synthetic broad spectrum
pyrethroid insecticides (sumithrin), which acts
upon the nervous system.
Spraying of Anvil 2+2® may present risks to
sensitive human subpopulations, including:
children, senior citizens, immune
compromised or chemically sensitive and people with asthma
or allergies (particularly ragweed).
Symptoms vary from person to person. Some
symptoms are: eye, nose or throat irritation,
wheezing, nausea, vomiting, runny or stuffy
nose, chest pain or difficulty breathing,
headaches, numb or prickly feeling on face or
hands. Skin contact can cause rashes, itching
or blisters. Children, in particular, may be at
greater risk of experiencing adverse effects
from the application of Anvil since they may
have the potential for greater exposure than
adults. Some animals may also experience
adverse effects — so bring in your pets.
Fort Worth, TX, Washington, DC,
Murfreesboro, TN and other cities across the
nation have decided not to spray because of
the high incidence of asthma in their cities,
research that shows spraying is ineffective
and concerns for children and people with
breathing problems. (See the link "Why other
cities have chosen not to spray.”)
If you feel you have conditions that may be
aggravated by spraying, you should OPT OUT
by calling 340-5668 or 340-5653. You can also OPT OUT on-line and sign up to get the spraying schedule (so you will know when and where they are spraying) at the Health Department's web site (click here).
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