Emerald Ash Borer found in northern Colorado town

BERTHOUD, Colorado — The destructive emerald ash borer (EAB) has been found in Berthoud, town officials announced this week.

Colorado State University Extension experts verified the invasive beetle earlier this month in an ash tree on the northern edge of town, according to a release.

About 915 ash trees are on public property, accounting for 8% of the community’s canopy. Many more are planted in private yards and fields…

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