EAB stands for Emerald Ash Borer. In the summer of 2008, three infestations of the Emerald Ash Borer insect were discovered in Fairfax County. EAB larvae kills ash trees by feeding on the inner bark and disrupting the tree's ability to transport water and nutrients.
Because of the insect infestation, a number of local areas are quarantined for EAB, including: Fairfax, Arlington, Fauquier, Loudoun & Prince William counties and the cities of Alexandria, Fairfax, Falls Church, Manassas and Manassas Park.
All hardwood firewood, ash nursery stock, ash green lumber, and any other ash material, living or dead, cut or fallen, including stumps, branches, roots and un/composted chips from any species of ash.
These insects have the potential to do millions of dollars of damage to homeowners and associations. You may see EAB traps throughout the area. They are puprle in color, triangualr in shape and measure 14" wide by 24" long. The traps are baited with natural plant oil and covered in a non-toxic glue.
This information was provided by Fairfax County. If you have further questions, you can call 703-324-5304.
No comments:
Post a Comment