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The number of 311 calls about rats received by the city in 2022 so far has already surpassed some of the totals of years past. Visit https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/ottawa/rat-problem-ottawa-2022-1.6457266 to view the full article online. Beaumont Enterprise
A Southeast Texas pest control expert expects Formosan termites to begin swarming soon, but this year he urges homeowners not to be so quick to ignore this winged species. Visit https://www.beaumontenterprise.com/news/article/Formosan-termite-swarm-could-indicate-nearby-17182140.php to view the full article online. USA TODAY
Officials in Texas are warning residents about an animal that could be lurking in pool noodles: rattlesnakes. Visit https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2022/05/17/texas-rattlesnakes-pool-noodles-snakes/9805304002/ to view the full article online. Bangor Daily News
Browntail moth caterpillars and an abundance of dog ticks have made late spring pretty tough here in Maine. But these pests aren’t the only ones to expect this summer. Visit https://bangordailynews.com/2022/05/17/homestead/pests-that-will-haunt-maine-summer/ to view the full article online. PR Newswire
Los Angeles is claiming the top spot again on Orkin's Top 50 Mosquito Cities List. Visit https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/los-angeles-buzzes-as-1-city-on-orkins-2022-mosquito-cities-list-301551944.html to view the full article online. |