Map Reveals Cities Facing Worst Mosquito Swarms This Summer
Summary
This summer, many large U.S. cities are expected to see a big increase in mosquito activity. Mosquitoes are growing in number due to warmer temperatures and urban conditions, increasing the risk of spreading diseases like Dengue fever and West Nile virus.Key Facts
- Mosquito populations in the U.S. have grown ten times larger over the last century.
- Warmer weather is making mosquito seasons longer and more intense.
- Mosquitoes can spread serious diseases that affect millions of people.
- Orkin, a pest control company, named Los Angeles, Chicago, New York City, Detroit, and other major cities as hot spots for mosquitoes this summer.
- Cities attract mosquitoes due to high populations, available breeding spots like stagnant water, fewer predators, and warmer city temperatures.
- Dangerous mosquito species to watch for include Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus, which can carry diseases like Dengue, Zika, and chikungunya.
- Mosquitoes are present in all 50 states, but activity is also high in southern states like Alabama, Florida, and Louisiana.
- Protecting yourself from mosquitoes includes using repellents, wearing long sleeves, and removing standing water around homes.
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