The coronavirus outbreak in China seems like an unusual event. But scientists have found that similar viruses have been quietly jumping from bats into humans for years. Source: NPR.org
Bee Attack In Pasadena Leaves 5 People, Including Firefighter, Hospitalized With Multiple Stings
An influx of bees near a hive in Pasadena left at least five people hospitalized for multiple stings, including a firefighter, and others injured. Source: r20.rs6.net
Mild winter weather means more insects are active
Bugs and insects follow temperatures, rather than the calendar when it comes to becoming more active after the winter. Source: WWLP
Bed bug outbreak causing strife between parents and Central R-III School District
PARK HILL, MO – Parents of students at Central High School reached out in desperate concern saying that the school has not been handling a recent bed bug outbreak properly. “That’s a big high schoo… Source: FOX2now.com
Mainers are most likely to get ticks while gardening. Here’s how to stay safe this season.
(BDN) — New research shows that Mainers are most likely to encounter ticks while gardening and doing yard work. Don’t turn in your rake and spade just yet, though. Not only can you protect yourself from tick borne diseases, but you also can help contribute ticks to science. Source: WGME
Dog bite investigation leads to rabid skunk in Borger
An investigation into a dog bite incident in Borger has led authorities in Hutchinson County to the discovery of a rabies-positive skunk. According to the Hutchinson County Sheriff’s Office, the investigation into the dog bite led authorities to the discovery that a skunk had been involved with another incident with the dogs prior to the bite. Officials were able to … Read More
8-foot-long beehive found in ceiling of Virginia apartment
A surprising find inside an apartment in Virginia has wildlife officials buzzing. Source: WJAX
Spotted lanternfly battle heating up for 2020
As the invasive insect is discovered outside Pennsylvania’s quarantine area, Penn State, the Pennsylvania Department of Agricultural and others are attacking on multiple fronts. Source: pennlive
Jasmin’s Bakery in Shafter closed due to cockroach infestation, Public Health says
SHAFTER, Calif. (KGET) — Public Health officials shut down a bakery after finding it infested by cockroaches and locating a dirt or wood chip in sugar. Jasmin’s Bakery and Donuts Inc. w… Source: KGET 17
Personal Story: World turned upside down after getting bit by a tick
Hear from a couple who both have alpha-gal syndrome, a meat allergy that’s transmitted by lone star ticks. Source: WWLP
