BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Giant hogweed, a plant that can be dangerous to humans, has been spotted in Erie County.
The plant has been confirmed at Seneca Bluffs, Como Lake Park, 18 Mile Creek Park and Hunter’s Creek Park, an Erie County supervising park ranger says.
Residents are advised to avoid the plant as it contains sap that can cause severe burns. Sap on the skin combines with sun exposure and moisture to potentially cause a severe burn in as little as 24 hours, according to the New York State Department of Conservation…