Texas' largest metros including Dallas, Austin, San Antonio and Houston all made Orkin's list this year. Dallas was the highest of the three at No. 5.
PUBLISHED 1:56 PM CDT May 31, 2023TEXAS — It’s that time, Texans. If you’ve lived in the Lone Star State for long enough, you know it’s time to stock up on bug spray to prepare for the dreaded mosquito season. The pesky bugs are out with a vengeance, but especially in some U.S. cities, including our own Dallas-Fort Worth, San Antonio, Austin and Houston. Learn more about how to keep mosquitoes out of your summer plans. Orkin ranked the top mosquito-heavy cities in the U.S.
The Dallas-Fort Worth area sits high on the list at No. 5, one spot higher than last year’s ranking; Houston took the No. 9 spot, up three spots from last year. San Antonio and Austin are far below, with San Antonio at No. 39 — four spots lower than in 2022 — and Austin at No. 46. This is the first year the Capital City has been featured on Orkin’s list.
With Texas’ high temperatures, especially during the summer months, it’s no wonder Texas’ largest metros made the list. But no matter where you are, mosquitoes are still a risk when spending time outdoors. The bloodsuckers are not only a nuisance, but they can also spread diseases to you and your pets. In humans, mosquitoes can spread Zika virus, West Nile virus, Chikungunya virus, dengue and malaria.to stay protected while still being able to enjoy the outdoors this summer.
To decrease the chance of mosquitoes getting indoors, be sure any gaps or crevices between doors or windows are correctly sealed.
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