From ABC 7
May 13, 2022
WEST COVINA, Calif. (KABC) — It’s a big problem that comes with warmer weather — more insects. Many, especially mosquitoes, can carry some very serious diseases.
The San Gabriel Valley is working hard to control pests there.
Levy Sun with the San Gabriel Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District says SoCal residents don’t stand a biting chance against mosquitoes this summer, and reports record numbers of the annoying insects.
“If you’re hearing buzzing, it’s definitely not in your head,” Sun said. “There really are more insects and mosquitos out there right now.”
The department warns the Culex, native to SoCal, is the mosquito responsible for spreading West Nile virus, and is known to bite closer to sunset. And a newer, invasive mosquito called Aedes, or ankle biters, bite aggressively during the day.