BATTLING THE MEDFLY
Los Angeles County will conduct aerial spraying of malathion tonight.
Area: 25 square miles encompassing Bellflower, Cudahy, South Gate, and parts of Bell, Cerritos, Huntington Park, Lakewood, Long Beach, Lynwood, Norwalk, Paramount and Walnut Park.
Time: 9 p.m. to 3 a.m.
Precautions: Stay indoors; keep animals indoors; wash animal dishes and toys left outside; cover cars; keep doors and windows closed.
Information: Toll-free numbers for the Agricultural Commissioner: (800) 356-2894; (800) 225-1346.
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