2018 Summer Vector Sectors
The National Pest Management Association's (NPMA) new Vector Sectors™ lists the top 10 U.S. cities with the greatest risk for increased pest pressure from vector pests, including ticks and mosquitoes. As vectors of disease, these pests are able to transmit pathogens such as Lyme disease and West Nile virus to humans through their bites, making awareness and prevention paramount to protecting public health.
These 10 cities with established pest populations also experienced record-setting rainfall and heat this spring and summer - favorable conditions that allow pest populations to thrive - landing them on NPMA's Vector Sectors list.
Regardless of where you live, all U.S. residents should take extra precautions this summer to protect against biting vector pests.
What Happens to Pests in the Winter?
Temperatures are dropping and snow is starting to fall across the U.S. So what happens to pests as the weather turns colder?
Nuisance Wildlife
They may look cute and cuddly, but you don't want to find nuisance wildlife pests like squirrels and raccoons in your home.
NPMA's TickTalk
Check out NPMA's TickTalk.org for information about this pest, including the various species and health threats they pose.