# Spata-Artemida Mosquito Fogging (Aug 27-28): Safety Notice & Airport Travel Advisory

> * Nighttime mosquito spraying scheduled for Spata-Artemida on August 27-28, 2026.
> * Measures target West Nile virus prevention in East Attica.
> * Key intervention zones include Artemida (Loutsa, Arionos Street) and Spata (Kiafa, Athens Airport vicinity).
> * Residents must stay indoors, seal openings, and protect pets during spraying hours (11:00 PM - 5:00 AM).
> * Travelers to Athens Airport or Rafina should keep car windows closed during spraying times.

![Spata-Artemida Mosquito Fogging (Aug 27-28): Safety Notice & Airport Travel Advisory](https://myartemida.gr/post-images/454622768753565522_o.jpg)

As part of official public health measures against the **West Nile virus in East Attica** , local authorities in the **Municipality of Spata-Artemida** and the **Region of Attica** have scheduled specialized nighttime mosquito spraying. The ultra-low volume (ULV) adulticide mosquito fogging will take place **tonight, Thursday, August 27 to Friday, August 28, 2026, between 11:00 PM and 5:00 AM**.

Operations are restricted to peripheral zones, agricultural land, and surrounding road networks. Densely populated residential centers and coastal beaches are excluded from direct spraying.

**Official Intervention Zones**
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* **Artemida (Loutsa):** Peri-urban areas and along **Arionos Street (οδός Αρίωνος)** connecting Artemida with Spata.

* **Spata:** Agricultural areas in **Kiafa (Κιάφα)** and zones adjacent to **Athens International Airport (ATH)**.

![Official map showing nighttime mosquito spraying intervention zones in Spata-Artemida Municipality, highlighting Artemida (Loutsa) and Spata (Kiafa, near Athens International Airport) for West Nile virus control.](https://myartemida.gr/post-images/a5d85752-nyxterinoi-psekasmoi-artemida_o.jpg)

#### Photo by @spata-artemis.gr: License

**Mandatory Safety Precautions (11:00 PM - 5:00 AM)**
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* **Stay Indoors:** Avoid outdoor walking, dining, or late-night activities across the specified zones.

* **Keep Openings Sealed:** Ensure all windows, doors, and balcony screens remain tightly closed overnight.

* **Manage Air Conditioning:** Turn off external ventilation fans. Standard mini-split AC units are safe to run provided they operate on internal air recirculation.

* **Clear Balconies \& Terraces:** Bring inside all swimwear, beach towels, children's toys, outdoor dinnerware, and food.

* **Protect Pets \& Wildlife:** Keep domestic pets inside sheltered areas. Local beekeepers must secure all hives and swarms.

**Travel Advice for Visitors \& Airport Transfers**
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* **Athens Airport Transfers:** Travelers driving or taking a taxi to **Athens International Airport (ATH)** or the port of **Rafina** during overnight hours should keep car windows closed and activate internal air recirculation.

* **Morning Patio Cleanup:** Before enjoying morning coffee or sunbathing, rinse outdoor patio furniture, sun loungers, and railings with clean tap water.

**Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)**
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### **Is it safe to visit the beach tomorrow morning?**

Yes. The ULV mist breaks down rapidly overnight, and beach strips are outside direct intervention zones. Normal holiday activities can resume during the day.

### **Is tap water or dining outside safe after 5:00 AM?**

Yes. Once surfaces are rinsed and food preparation areas remain covered overnight, regular daily activities in Spata and Artemida are completely safe.

Related: https://myartemida.gr/en/article/the-cleanest-beaches-near-athens-airport-artemida-loutsa-blue-flags-2026.md
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