Bedbug invasion set to hit the Westcountry, pest control experts predict

Bedbugs are set to invade the Westcountry, experts warn.

BEDBUGS could be set to invade the Westcountry, pest control experts are predicting.

Pest control experts warn people could see a dramatic rise in the number of infestations after witnessing similar problems during the same period last year.

Theyre putting homeowners on red alert and say those who have been away on holiday could be among those most under threat.

Problems with bedbugs, which feed on human blood and often leave irritating bite marks, have become far more common over the last decade or so.

Experts put the rise in numbers at least partly down to an increase in international travel and say thats why the parasites are often more prevalent in the UK during late summer.

Now theyre warning people to check their properties, particularly if theyve been abroad.

Rob Simpson, managing director of independent pest controllers register Baisi Prompt, said: A number of our members reported a significant peak in the number of bedbug infestations at around this time last year and that pattern seems likely to be repeated this time.

People often associate an increase in the number of bedbugs with the warm weather, but it is far more likely to be caused by trips abroad or even hotel stays in this country.

Families can bring them home in luggage or clothing and would never suspect a thing. The first time they know about it is when they wake up with a rash which can be itchy for days.

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