It may sound far-fetched but it happened. On a small island near Hawaii named Palmyra, there was a rat problem. Black Rats. Black rats are awful creatures that can climb trees and even the sides of houses. They are not…
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Dry hot conditions in Massachusetts this summer may have you longing for autumn to arrive. While a hot, dry spell can have some negatives effects, a major positive is a reduction in mosquito populations. This fact may leave you wondering…
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What could be better than combining mosquito awareness education and mosquito surveillance? The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has created a program to gain better insights about where specific mosquito breeds are present, to create a map for tracking…
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The answer is, “YES!” The rapid spread and severe implications of the Zika Virus are cause for substantial alarm. As of this posting on January 29, 2015; Mass. residents should not worry about Zika Virus unless they are traveling to…
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These are two questions I am asked a lot. It’s important you know what your yard is being sprayed with and understand how effective it actually is. You want a mosquito spray that can be used around your family that…
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Holidays are a time to enjoy your family and friends. Perhaps you like playing games in the yard, grilling hot dogs and burgers, or watching TV on your deck or patio. Summer is short, so making the most of it…
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Why are mosquitoes biting YOU instead of everyone else? Are your genes that tasty to the aerial annoyances? Even if your skin isn’t the cream of the crop, mosquitoes may still be targeting you this summer. What makes our skin…
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Mosquitoes Kill: The deadliest animal on the planet. Each year, it is estimated mosquitoes transmit diseases to over 700 million people worldwide. Mosquitoes kill an estimated 2.7 million people each year, mostly in Africa, by Malaria. In the 1800’s two…
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After a challenging winter this year, The Old Farmer’s Almanac is predicting good news for Massachusetts residents. Spring temperatures in Chelmsford and surrounding areas are expected to be above normal in April and May this year. This good news brings…
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Massachusetts residents are used to hearing about the risk of Lyme Disease in our area. This time of year, there is something about Lyme Disease in the news almost daily. Most cases of tick borne illness are reported between the…
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