Due to the storms and flash flooding which are hitting Georgia, and the Atlanta area, Arrow Exterminators, a local pest and termite control company, is reaching out to educate the public on issues related to pests and the diseases they carry. As the water recedes in most areas, it is creating prime conditions and breeding grounds for pests and pest related diseases.
The public should be made aware of these potential problems to help safeguard their families from associated health risks. The excessive rain will have disrupted these pests natural habitats and they will be forced to relocate – unfortunately, many times this relocating will put them in resident’s homes and yards. According to the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention, mosquitoes rank first in insects posing a risk to human life.
West Nile Virus, just one of the diseases carried by mosquitoes, will certainly be of high concern. Even after flood waters subside, standing water – found in large trash receptacles, the root balls of uprooted trees or in clogged gutters – can become a breeding ground for mosquitoes. September is the peak season for West Nile Virus, and the rapid reproduction of infected insects may lead to a much larger outbreak of the disease than previously anticipated.
Although Georgians are used to dealing with pests, the potential number of pests may push residents out of their comfort zone. Arrow is warning homeowners about the following pests that may be more active due to the floods:
· Rodents – Rodents are attracted to water, and are well-known for appearing in areas after heavy rains or flooding, sometimes related to their natural habitat being destroyed. If homeowners notice any rodents in their home or on their property, they should contact a pest professional or health officials.
· Mosquitoes – Mosquitoes breed in stagnant water, and with these heavy rains and continued warm temperatures, they may become a serious problem during the next few days and weeks. Areas of Georgia have already been dealing with significant mosquito problems, as evidenced by the recent incidence of West Nile Virus in Tifton.
· Ants –While ants may be considered a nuisance more than a health threat, most homeowners want to keep them outside. During heavy rains they tend to seek shelter inside homes.
· Cockroaches – Cockroaches are also attracted to water and homeowners may be seeing an increase inside and around the home.
This message was provided by our friends at ARROW EXTERMINATORS AT 1-888-GO-ARROW FOR MORE INFORMATION OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT WWW.ARROWEXTERMINATORS.COM
Home Source Group - REMAX Greater Atlanta
Wade Morris / Becky Veal
678 248-3500
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