Residents living near the Indian River Lagoon say they are being overwhelmed by aggressive saltmarsh mosquitoes, prompting a coordinated response from local and state officials.
Saltmarsh mosquito surge overwhelming residents
“We have to constantly use bug spray just to leave the house or walk outside,” one resident said.
According to experts, billions of saltmarsh mosquitoes are hatching this season, with as many as 150 able to land on a person in just one minute. The insects thrive in coastal wetlands and have been especially active along Florida’s Treasure Coast.
“We can’t use our patios, we can’t walk out our front door without getting swarmed,” said Dianne Glogielo, who lives near the lagoon…