Athens on alert: Now a mosquito nightmare

Greece is experiencing a mosquito crisis. An alert has been declared in and around Athens due to the Asian tiger mosquito.

In a statement issued by the General Directorate of Public Health and Social Services of the Attica Region in Athens, it was noted that there has been an increase in the Asian tiger mosquito population due to climate conditions, and that an alert status has been adopted as a result.

It was stated that there has been a significant increase in the number of Asian tiger mosquitoes in various parts of the Attica region compared to previous years. The statement emphasized that this increase is caused by climate conditions such as high humidity, rainfall, and hot weather in recent weeks. The statement, which noted that spraying efforts are ongoing, called for compliance with protection instructions to prevent discomfort caused by mosquito bites.

The statement emphasized that spraying activities are continuing and recommended adhering to protection instructions to prevent discomfort caused by mosquito bites.

BED BUG PROBLEM ALSO CONTINUES

In Greece, the threat of bed bugs, which becomes widespread especially in the summer months, is steadily increasing. Authorities had announced that they were on alert, stating that bed bugs had been seen in hotels, campsites, and apartment buildings. Yorgos Lambru, President of the Greek Association of Bed Bug Extermination Companies, stated that an "alert status" had been declared across the country due to bed bugs, which are frequently encountered especially in tourist areas. Lambru pointed out that bed bugs can easily spread through luggage and public transport.

During the same period, an alert had also been declared in Paris due to a bed bug infestation. In the Attica region, which includes the capital Athens, another alert is underway due to the Asian tiger mosquito. The Attica Region's General Directorate of Public Health and Social Services reported that there is an increase in the Asian tiger mosquito population due to climate conditions and that an alert status has been declared because of this.

News Source: AA