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Battling the Medfly

The state Department of Food and Agriculture will conduct aerial spraying of malathion tonight beginning at 9 p.m., weather permitting. Area; 34 square miles encompassing Del Rosa, northeastern area of San Bernardino and the northern area of Highland; 19 square miles in Riverside County including parts of Riverside County including Riverside, Arnold Heights, Woodcrest and March Air Force Base. 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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