On July 9, 2026, a scheduled public screening of the France-Morocco football match in Illkirch-Graffenstaden, Bas-Rhin, was canceled due to a mosquito control operation. The event was planned at a local performance venue but had to be called off to avoid interfering with the treatment.
According to local authorities, the decision was made to prioritize public health and ensure the effectiveness of the mosquito eradication measures. The town has been experiencing a significant mosquito infestation, prompting the intervention.
Residents were informed via municipal notices and social media about the cancellation. The match was part of a series of screenings organized during the summer, but no alternative date was announced for this specific event.
Mosquito control operations in the region typically involve aerial or ground spraying of larvicides and adulticides, targeting breeding sites. Such measures are common in Alsace during summer months to reduce the risk of mosquito-borne diseases.
