Watch for Stinging Insects as Summer Comes to a Close
Asheboro, NC (PRWEB) August 23, 2013 -- Summer is winding down, but before it comes to an end, Otho’s Pest Management warns people to keep aware of stinging insects. As the summer nears its conclusion, the weather stays hot and insects, including bees, run rampant. This is because they seek food, water and cooler temperatures often found indoors. Otho’s offers some advice to keep in mind when coming in contact with stinging insects.
Insects that sting include bees, wasps, hornets, fire ants and scorpions. Stings account for more than half a million people to the emergency room every year. Five percent of the population has insect sting allergies and approximately 40 people die per year from insect stings in the United States. Stings are rare, but it’s important to know some of the best practices in case of a sting.
Though bees and yellow jackets are known for being stinging insects, they rarely sting unless they are provoked. The best way to handle being stung by a bee, should it happen, is to remove the stinger immediately and then clean the sting site with soap and cold water. Applying ice also helps to lessen the swelling or inflammation from a sting.
Hives or nests will often appear on a homeowner’s property during the summer. Those who find a hive should not try to remove it themselves, they should contact a pest control company like Otho’s Pest Management to safely remove the threat.
Insects will remain active through the end of the summer as they stock up on food to last them through the winter. Those who have an insect problem and need to contact an exterminator should call Otho’s Pest Management at 336-672-1983. Otho’s offers the safest and best pest control in the Triad, Pinehurst and Greenville, NC areas. Otho’s will remove those unwanted insects, bugs and other pests from homes and make sure they don’t come back.
About the company:
Established in 1976 in Asheboro, North Carolina, Otho's Pest Management is a family-owned and operated pest control company. For over 36 years, Otho's has been serving the Triad area, Asheboro residents and businesses with the safest pest control and transparent business practices. Offices are in Asheboro, Pinehurst and Greenville, NC. Maintaining the highest levels of technology pest management and business ethics, Otho's pest control and wildlife control technicians are state certified or licensed. Getting rid of bugs, pests, insects, wildlife and critters - along with new and old construction treatments are their specialties. Otho’s also offers crawlspace moisture control treatments to keep moisture loving insects at bay. Determined to provide the best pest control services, Otho’s is dedicated to giving customers the peace of mind of being pest-free. For more information, visit their website at http://www.othospestmanagement.com - Please also check them out on YouTube for tips and updates, http://youtu.be/GM1wtzka4bc
Earl Smith, Otho's Pest Management, http://www.othospestmanagement.com, 336-672-1983, [email protected]
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