There are few pests quite as aggressive as the fire ant. They’ll swarm almost anything, even attacking wild animals at times because their nest has been disturbed or because they need a new source of food. Nearly 40% of those who live in fire ant infested areas suffer a nasty sting every year, and once fire ants show up in your area, they’re not going to leave any time soon.
What To Do
If you notice a fire ant infestation in your yard, the single best thing you can do is leave it alone. If you are bitten, you’ll likely be bitten by multiple ants, and that can mean a burning or stinging sensation across your body like nothing you’ve ever felt before. One ant will sting several times, but it’s rare to be bitten by just one ant. Initially, you’ll see a large red welt where you were stung. It will eventually turn into a white pustule and may get infected. If you experience any allergic symptoms, see a healthcare professional immediately. Otherwise, cold compresses and over-the-counter remedies are your best bet.
Eliminating the Problem
Unlike many other pests, there are very few physical controls that can do real damage to a fire ant population. The only way to go with fire ants is to contact an outdoor pest control Service like Slug-A-Bug. With the tools, knowledge, and experience to help you fight fire ants in your yard, we’ll deal with the problem as quickly as possible. What’s more, though, is that we guarantee we’ll completely remove the nest, which can be difficult to do, as you only see less than a third of the colony from the top.
We understand the dangers of fire ants. Give us a call today to learn more about our no-obligation pest evaluation, and keep the fire ants out of your life forever.