California Dreaming: Los Angeles leads Nation in Mosquito Complaints according to Orkin's 2024 Top Mosquito Cities List
Orkin releases ranking of most mosquito-prone cities and continues to combat the pest through its partnership with
This year's data was collected by tracking new residential mosquito treatments from
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Los Angeles , Calif. - New York, N.Y.
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Chicago , Ill. -
Dallas , Texas -
Atlanta , Ga. -
Houston , Texas - Washington, D.C.
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Philadelphia , Pa. - San Francisco, Cali.
- Detroit, Mich.
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Seattle , Wash. -
Tampa , Fla. -
Orlando , Fla. - Phoenix, Az.
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Miami , Fla. - Denver, Colo.
- Minneapolis, Minn.
- Charlotte, N.C.
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Cleveland , Ohio - Raleigh, N.C.
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Boston , Mass. -
Sacramento , Calif. - Baltimore, Md.
- St. Louis, Mo.
- Nashville, Tenn.
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San Antonio , Texas -
San Diego , Calif. - Indianapolis, Ind.
- Greenville, S.C.
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Austin , Texas -
West Palm Beach , Fla. -
Columbus , Ohio - Grand Rapids, Mich.
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Portland , Ore. - Kansas City, Mo.
- Oklahoma City, Okla.
- Hartford, Conn.
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Cincinnati , Ohio - Norfolk, Va.
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New Orleans , La. - Milwaukee, Wis.
- Greensboro, S.C.
- Albuquerque, N.M.
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Pittsburgh , Pa. - Memphis, Tenn.
- Knoxville, Tenn.
- Richmond, Va.
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Jacksonville , Fla. - Tulsa, Okla.
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Fresno , Calif.
Mosquitoes thrive in warm, damp environments, which is why they become more of an issue in the spring and summer. Mosquitoes are drawn to standing water as a breeding ground to lay their eggs. These pests reproduce quickly, with mosquito larva reaching the adult stage in a matter of days or weeks.
Mosquitoes aren't just a nuisance—they're dangerous. They are the deadliest animal on earth, causing more than 600,000 malaria-related deaths around the world each year, according to the
"Preventative services are the best way to reduce the risk that mosquitoes present," said
To help combat this problem, Orkin is teaming up with the
Regular treatments are just one way homeowners can help repel mosquitos around their properties. Additional tips to prevent mosquito bites include:
- Wear loose-fitting, long-sleeved shirts and long pants.
- Apply an EPA-registered mosquito repellent containing products such as DEET, picaridin or IR3535.
- Eliminate standing water in rain gutters, potted plants, wading pools, and other outdoor items.
- Regularly refresh water in pet water bowls and bird baths to prevent stagnation.
For more mosquito facts and prevention tips, visit Orkin.com.
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