Are Mothballs Good For Mosquitoes?
WouterUsing mothballs is not the best way to repel mosquitoes. Not only are they dangerous to people and pets, they can also harm plants and groundwater.
They were originally cotton balls that were soaked in naphthalene. The chemicals that are used to make them are noxious and are toxic to human health. They are also dangerous to pets and wild animals.
There have been reports of people developing a painful urination, abdominal pain, and even fever after being exposed to the vapors from naphthalene. The EPA requires warnings on naphthalene products.
If you do decide to use mothballs, make sure they are stored in sealed containers. This will prevent the gas from spreading into the air. If the odor is too strong, you may need to get a mitigation solution.
Unlike many other pesticides, mothballs are not designed to work outdoors. Their chemical composition is designed to slowly sublimate into toxic gases, and they must be kept in a closed space. This makes them unsafe to use outside.
In fact, many websites recommend that you leave a container of mothballs in your garage for snakes. But this practice is irresponsible.
While they can repel many insects, they cannot drive them away. In addition, they are not effective for rodents.
They can also contaminate the soil, groundwater, and plants in your garden. They can also be dangerous to the people in your home.
Some mothballs are harmful to children. They have been reported to cause dizziness and headaches. This is why they should not be used in a household with young children.
