2026 Mexican Fruit Fly Quarantine Zone
Published Thursday, March 12, 2026
A portion of San Diego County has been placed under quarantine for the Mexican fruit fly following the detection of five flies including a mated female within the City of La Mesa.
For more information, please see the County of San Diego's news release.
Residents who suspect their fruits or vegetables may be infested should call the state’s toll-free Pest Hotline: 1-800-491-1899
County of San Diego News Release