NPMA ePestWorld - October 24, 2023

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Weekly Headlines

Chicago Tops List of Most Rat-Infested Cities for 9th Consecutive Year

NBC Chicago

While Chicago was named the “rattiest” city in the U.S. for the seventh year in a row, Orkin said rodents have been exhibiting “unusual” or “aggressive” behavior in cities throughout the coronavirus pandemic.

Visit https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/chicago-tops-list-of-most-rat-infested-cities-for-9th-consecutive-year/3257930/ to view the full article online.

Inside the Race to Crush Paris’ Bedbug Crisis

Wired

Humans are teaming up with dogs to eliminate the blood-sucking pests, but there's no overarching strategy, just eye-watering costs.

Visit https://www.wired.com/story/paris-bed-bugs/ to view the full article online.

Mass. Town Asks Residents to Watch for Spotted Lanternflies

NBC Boston

The Natural Resources Commission is asking residents in Wellesley, Massachusetts to report infestations of the spotted lanternflies.

Visit https://www.nbcboston.com/news/local/mass-town-asks-residents-to-watch-for-spotted-lanternflies/3166216/ to view the full article online.

Why It’s So Difficult to Identify Bed Bugs, According to Pest Experts

Forbes

“Bed bugs are known for being great ‘hitchhikers,’ allowing them to travel long distances with people,” explains Dr. Jim Fredericks, a Board Certified Entomologist and senior vice president of public affairs at the National Pest Management Association.

Visit https://www.forbes.com/sites/brittanyanas/2023/10/21/why-it-can-be-so-difficult-to-identify-bed-bugs-according-to-pest-experts/?sh=1a9890494d60 to view the full article online.

Spider Sightings on the Rise Across San Diego County

CBS 8

While big and scary, the good news is Orb Weaver spiders are typically harmless to humans, although they are venomous.

Visit https://www.cbs8.com/article/news/local/spider-season-across-san-diego/509-7b5180a9-c8fa-4330-babd-0820b25d5302 to view the full article online.