Summer is widely regarded as the best time of year, and most people enjoy spending long days outside picnicking, swimming, hiking, or simply lounging in the sun. However, warm temperatures not only bring us outside, and they cause many annoying, harmful pests to venture out, as well. This makes your loved ones constantly vulnerable to stings and bites from insects that can infiltrate your property and spread serious diseases.
Summer Pests in Oregon
Some of the most harmful pests you are likely to encounter during an Oregon summer include:
- Mosquitoes—The combination of hot weather and heavy rainfall that impact the Pacific Northwest each spring creates the perfect environment for mosquito larvae. These parasites are some of the deadliest vectors for disease globally, and their itchy bites can carry West Nile virus, Zika, dengue, chikungunya, malaria, and several forms of encephalitis. While many infections pass with mild symptoms, some can result in severe illnesses and damage to the central nervous system.
- Ticks—Often found in wooded areas, ticks can carry various viruses, bacteria, and parasites. Tick-borne diseases include Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, anaplasmosis, babesiosis, ehrlichiosis, Colorado tick fever, tick-borne relapsing fever, Q fever, Powassan encephalitis, southern tick-associated rash illness, and tularemia. Ticks inject an anesthetic when they bite, meaning you can carry one for up to 10 days without noticing.
- Bed bugs—Although bed bugs do not spread disease like the pests above, they also enjoy feeding on humans, and infestations are notoriously difficult to manage. Some people experience allergic reactions from their bites, droppings, or remains that range from hives and trouble breathing to asthma attacks and anaphylaxis, a severe reaction with a rapid onset that can be fatal without prompt medical treatment. Secondary infections can also develop, such as ecthyma, impetigo, and lymphangitis.
Enjoy Your Backyard All Summer Long
If you want to keep these common Oregon pests from ruining your outdoor fun this summer, contact A-One Exterminators today. We can identify problem areas around your property, create a strategy based on your needs, and utilize environmentally friendly methods for keeping mosquitoes, ticks, bed bugs, and other nuisances away from your family. Contact our team now for fully inclusive professional pest solutions from our team of experienced, highly skilled, and dedicated experts.
