A Gwinnett County man is suing the county, claiming mosquitoes are making it too dangerous for him and his dogs to visit a local park.
Joseph Dingler says he's been bitten numerous times and he has a condition where the bites are itchy and remain for weeks.
He told WSB-TV's Gwinnett Bureau Chief Tony Thomas he complained to county leaders but was told "to wear long sleeve shirts."
"You get down here in the evening hours and they will practically carry you off," Dingler said about the mosquitoes.
Gwinnett County leaders say they can't comment about the situation because of the pending litigation, but in an email to Dingler, an official wrote:
"Presently, Gwinnett County Parks & Recreation maintains a mosquito larvacide application program in our parks which treats areas of standing water to prevent larva from developing into adults. In addition, Parks & Recreation staff has been directed to evaluate public park areas and remove any sources of standing water. The County does not spray or fog as a form of mosquito control. This type of control is considered the most expensive method for the reduction of mosquitos and it is not included in the County's budget."
Dingler wants the county to do more and says he filed the lawsuit in hopes of getting "accountability."
Other park goers Thomas spoke with don't see a big problem . Jim Severs brings his dog Ivy to the area all the time.
"I think with the moist summer we've had, you're going to have mosquitoes," he said.
"Personally, I think it's up to each person to protect yourself," added Colleen Claeys.
A judge has been assigned to the case , but has not scheduled a hearing as of yet.
