If you are tired of fighting mosquitoes in your yard, you are not alone.
A new study published this week lists the 50 cities with the highest numbers of mosquito treatments. Dallas ranks number 5 on the list.
Pest control company Orkin published the study and announced a partnership with the American Red Cross to launch the “Donating blood should be voluntary” campaign.
“We are honored to continue our partnership with the Red Cross, whose public health priority aligns with ours,” said Freeman Elliott, President of Orkin. “We are committed to educating the public about the risks of these blood-sucking pests and, more importantly, eliminating them from farms across the country.”
Orkin’s list of Top 50 Mosquito Cities ranks metropolitan areas based on the number of mosquito customers served from April 1, 2020 to March 31, 2021. The list includes both personal and commercial treatments.
- Los Angeles (+1)
- Atlanta (-1)
- Washington, DC
- Dallas (+2)
- Chicago
- New York (-2)
- Detroit (0)
- Miami (+2)
- Charlotte (-1)
- Raleigh-Durham (+1)
- Houston (+1)
- Philadelphia (-3)
- Tampa (+3)
- Big rapids (+5)
- Orlando (+5)
- Nashville (+1)
- Minneapolis (-2)
- Indianapolis (+4)
- Baltimore (-1)
- Memphis (-7)
- Richmond, Virginia (-7)
- Phoenix (+2)
- Boston (-2)
- Norfolk, Virginia (-1)
- Cleveland
- New Orleans (+4)
- St. Louis (-1)
- Seattle (new to the list)
- Greenville, SC (-2)
- West Palm Beach (+4)
- Mobile, AL (-2)
- Tulsa (-4)
- Austin (+5)
- Knoxville (-2)
- Albania (-4)
- Kansas City (-1)
- Jacksonville (+8)
- San Antonio (+9)
- San Diego (new to the list)
- Lafayette, LA (-7)
- Oklahoma City (-2)
- San Francisco (-6)
- Denver (-1)
- Cincinnati (-1)
- Burlington, PA (-8)
- Savannah, GA
- Fresno, CA (new to the list)
- Shreveport
- Ft. Wayne, IN
- Baton Rouge (-10)
“Like many insects, mosquitoes need a source of food, favorable temperatures, and a suitable breeding ground to survive,” says Frank Meek, Technical Services Manager, Rollins, Inc. “They are drawn to areas where humans and other animals live because of ours Body heat and the carbon dioxide we breathe out are two of their needs. “
In addition to biting humans, the pest is notorious for transmitting the West Nile virus, along with other diseases such as eastern equine encephalitis and zika. These dangers apply to both humans and pets.
Knowing what conditions are attracting mosquitoes can help residents avoid encountering them. By reducing or eliminating these attractants and wearing insect repellants, you are helping to protect yourself from mosquito bites and the risks that come with them.
Attractants and potential breeding areas are:
- Standing water in bird feeders, pet water bowls, potted plants, paddling pools, and other children’s toys
- Dark, damp areas such as under garden furniture, under the garage or in overgrown bushes
- Dirt in gutters that harbor moisture and protection
For more information on mosquitos and prevention tips, visit Orkin.com.
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